Thorbjorn
Thorbjorn is an boy name of Old Norse origin, meaning “Thor's bear”.
| Meaning | Thor's bear |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Old Norse |
| Pronunciation | TOR-byurn |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Norway, Sweden, Iceland, Denmark |
Meaning and origin of Thorbjorn
Thorbjorn comes from Old Norse Þórbjǫrn, combining the name of Thor, god of thunder, with bjǫrn 'bear'. Names honouring Thor were very common in the Viking age and survived well after Scandinavia became Christian. Today Norwegians write it Torbjørn and Swedes Torbjörn. The English spelling with Th keeps a nod to the old letter þ.
Is Thorbjorn a religious name?
The name refers to the Norse god Thor, but it has long been an ordinary Scandinavian name without religious use.
How popular is Thorbjorn?
Established in Norway and Sweden, mostly in the Tor- spellings.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Thorbjorn mean?
Thorbjorn means 'Thor's bear'. It is of Old Norse origin.
Does Thorbjorn have a religious meaning?
The name refers to the Norse god Thor, but it has long been an ordinary Scandinavian name without religious use.
How do you pronounce Thorbjorn?
Thorbjorn is pronounced TOR-byurn.
Is Thorbjorn a boy or girl name?
Thorbjorn is usually a boy name.