Tora Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationTOH-rah / ˈtɔːrə

Japanese; Scandinavian

Meaning

Japanese: tiger; Scandinavian: Thor's warrior

Historical & Cultural Background

In Japanese culture, 'Tora' is often associated with strength and bravery, as it translates to 'tiger'. The name is sometimes used in various contexts, including literature and media. In Scandinavian contexts, it can be linked to Norse mythology, where it signifies a warrior associated with the god Thor. The name has gained some popularity in various cultures due to its strong connotations.

Trend Summary

The name Tora has seen limited use in the U.S., with occasional spikes in interest.

Similar Names

KoraNoraZoraLoraMoraSoraHoraDora

Variants

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International Variants

  • Tora (Japanese)
  • Tora (Scandinavian)

Famous people named Tora

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Fictional characters named Tora

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Sibling Suggestions

TaroToshiTakuTomo

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Tora was first seen in the United States in 1971. Tora has ranked as high as #1114 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Tora has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Tora

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19718
19736
19756
19786