Thor

Male

Meaning

God of lightning and thunder in norse mythology.

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/θɔːr/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Unleash your pup's inner superhero with the name Thor! This moniker, borrowed from Norse mythology and Marvel comics, is perfect for dogs with a thunderous bark or a lightning-fast tail wag. It's a name that says, "I'm mighty, I'm powerful, and yes, I might just save the world after my afternoon nap." Plus, it's a great conversation starter at the dog park. "Oh, your dog's named Spot? Cute. Mine's named after the God of Thunder." So, if you want a name that's as epic as your dog's personality, Thor is a paw-some choice!

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

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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 148th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of October 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 0 times, and liked 3 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:

  1. Rottweiler
  2. Labrador Retriever
  3. German Shepherd
  4. American Pitbull Terrier
  5. Boxer

Famous dogs named Thor:

  • film icon A german shepherd named Thor played a role in the movie Bad Moon.

Thor is found in these categories:

tough dog names
tough

He's a mighty Norse god known for strength and bravery.

big dog names
big

Strong, mighty Norse god symbolizes power, perfect for a robust pooch.

badass dog names
badass

Associations with Norse mythology, strength, power, and the popular Marvel superhero.

funny dog names
funny

Humor arises from naming a pooch after a Norse god of thunder.

guard dog names
guard

Norse mythology depicts him as a protector deity, hence the association.

nerdy dog names
nerdy

Marvel comics and Norse mythology enthusiasts often favor this moniker.

hunting dog names
hunting

The name's association with strength and power, derived from Norse mythology, makes it suitable for a hunting dog.

superhero dog names
superhero

Named after Norse god, popularized by Marvel comics, signifies strength and bravery.

Gangster Dog Names
gangster

Norse god moniker exudes power, commanding respect like a mob boss.

mythical dog names
mythical

Derived from Norse mythology, the name represents the god of thunder, strength and protection.

british dog names
british

Associated with Thursday, derived from "Thor's day" in Old English.

Dog names like Thor:

The king of all gods and men in greek mythology.
Ruler
A fictional characterr.
As in sargent.
The Third
Badger
Thor dog name meaning

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Thor (Cortés Department, Honduras)
Dog breed pitbull blue bluish black and white
December 09, 2023 ◆ Translated

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Thor (Cortés Department, Honduras)
Pitbull blue
November 23, 2023 ◆ Translated

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may m (Tennessee, United States)
lol i had a teeny teacup chihuahua named thor
March 03, 2022

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