Thora Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTHOR-uh / /ˈθɔːrə/Norse; Scandinavian
Meaning
Norse: thunder goddess; Scandinavian: a variant of the name Thor
Historical & Cultural Background
Thora is derived from the Old Norse name Þóra, which is associated with the god Thor, the Norse god of thunder. The name has been used in Scandinavian countries for centuries and reflects the region's rich mythology. It has gained popularity in various forms across different cultures, particularly in modern times.
Trend Summary
Thora has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years, particularly in Scandinavian countries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tora
International Variants
- Tora (Japanese)
- Thora (Icelandic)
- Tóra (Irish)
Famous people named Thora
Thora Birch is an American actress known for her roles in films such as 'American Beauty' and 'Ghost World'.
Thora Hird was a British actress and comedian, celebrated for her work in television and film throughout the 20th century.
Fictional characters named Thora
Thora is a character in the video game series 'Skyrim', known for her role as a warrior.
Thora is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', where she is depicted as a student.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Thora was first seen in the United States in 1883. Thora has ranked as high as #768 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Utah, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Iowa. In the past 5 years the name Thora has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Thora (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1883 | 9 |
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1885 | 9 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1888 | 8 |
| 1889 | 11 |
| 1890 | 15 |
| 1891 | 16 |
| 1892 | 20 |
| 1893 | 12 |
| 1894 | 23 |
| 1895 | 13 |
| 1896 | 13 |
| 1897 | 15 |
| 1898 | 19 |
| 1899 | 14 |
| 1900 | 23 |
| 1901 | 14 |
| 1902 | 18 |
| 1903 | 16 |
| 1904 | 16 |
| 1905 | 19 |
| 1906 | 27 |
| 1907 | 21 |
| 1908 | 21 |
| 1909 | 26 |
| 1910 | 37 |
| 1911 | 27 |
| 1912 | 43 |
| 1913 | 57 |
| 1914 | 49 |
| 1915 | 67 |
| 1916 | 72 |
| 1917 | 55 |
| 1918 | 60 |
| 1919 | 52 |
| 1920 | 56 |
| 1921 | 48 |
| 1922 | 41 |
| 1923 | 61 |
| 1924 | 44 |
| 1925 | 37 |
| 1926 | 47 |
| 1927 | 36 |
| 1928 | 40 |
| 1929 | 24 |
| 1930 | 26 |
| 1931 | 24 |
| 1932 | 23 |
| 1933 | 21 |
| 1934 | 24 |
| 1935 | 20 |
| 1936 | 19 |
| 1937 | 15 |
| 1938 | 16 |
| 1939 | 16 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 19 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 21 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 10 |
| 1946 | 14 |
| 1947 | 19 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 17 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 15 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 46 |
| 2021 | 38 |
| 2022 | 51 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2024 | 27 |