Thor
Meaning
God of lightning and thunder in norse mythology.
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/θɔːr/
Traits associated with the name Thor:
Thor has a strong, powerful sound to it that highlights a dog's strength of character.
Dogs named Thor tend to be loving, loyal, good-natured, and brave. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Thor?
It suggests that you have an appreciation for mythology and a sense of humor. It also suggests that you are creative and enjoy giving your pet a unique name.
Is Thor a good dog name?
Thor is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Thor is a widely loved dog name for good reason. If you like it, go for it!
Popularity: Overall
Thor is one of the more popular dog names out there. According to our data, Thor outranks the great majority of names.
Popularity: Historical Trend
Thor was, in the past month, the 471st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of November 2024, Thor is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Thor was viewed 181 times, and liked 2 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Thor's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Thor is most adored in Pennsylvania, Missouri and Utah.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Delaware, Colorado and New Mexico.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Thor.
Most popular breeds named Thor:
- Rottweiler
- Labrador Retriever
- German Shepherd
- American Pitbull Terrier
- Boxer
Famous dogs named Thor:
A german shepherd named Thor played a role in the movie Bad Moon.
Thor is found in these categories:
tough
He's a mighty Norse god known for strength and bravery.
big
Strong, mighty Norse god symbolizes power, perfect for a robust pooch.
badass
Associations with Norse mythology, strength, power, and the popular Marvel superhero.
funny
Humor arises from naming a pooch after a Norse god of thunder.
guard
Norse mythology depicts him as a protector deity, hence the association.
nerdy
Marvel comics and Norse mythology enthusiasts often favor this moniker.
hunting
The name's association with strength and power, derived from Norse mythology, makes it suitable for a hunting dog.
superhero
Named after Norse god, popularized by Marvel comics, signifies strength and bravery.
gangster
Norse god moniker exudes power, commanding respect like a mob boss.
mythical
Derived from Norse mythology, the name represents the god of thunder, strength and protection.
british
Associated with Thursday, derived from "Thor's day" in Old English.
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