Tor

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Pronounced TOR /ˈtɔːr/High

Meaning: The Scandinavian form of Thor, the Norse thunder god, from Old Norse Thorr, 'thunder.' Separately, tor is an English word for a rocky peak or craggy hilltop. Both routes are real, which we note honestly.Low

In 30 seconds: One strong beat: Tor is the Norse Thor ('thunder') and also an English word for a rocky peak (said 'TOR'). Both routes are real.

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Origin MediumNorse, English

MeaningThe Scandinavian form of Thor, the Norse thunder god, from Old Norse Thorr, 'thunder.' Separately, tor is an English word for a rocky peak or craggy hilltop. Both routes are real, which we note honestly.

U.S. rank (2023)#10695 ↘ Falling

2023 U.S. births7 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1965

Total births (all-time)≈ 869

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Tor is a common Scandinavian name from Old Norse Thorr, 'thunder,' the god of the hammer; it stands behind Thorsten, Torbjorn and Thora. In English, tor separately names a rocky outcrop or hill-peak. Both routes are genuine, which we note (said 'TOR').

In the U.S. it is very rare; it stays familiar across Norway and Sweden. Rare here, ancient there, and stone-solid.

Did you know? Tor carries two honest roots — it is the Scandinavian form of Thor, the thunder god, and it is also a plain English word for a craggy hilltop, the kind that crowns the moors (said 'TOR').

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References — Tor — Norse Thor 'thunder'; English word for rocky peak

Variations

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Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Tor mean?

Tor is the Scandinavian form of Thor, 'thunder'; in English, a tor is also a rocky hill-peak. Both routes are genuine.

How do you pronounce Tor?

It's said TOR /ˈtɔːr/ — one syllable.

Is Tor a boy or girl name?

Tor is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Tor?

Tor is a very rare name in the U.S., though familiar in Scandinavia.