Turid

girlOld Norse

Turid is an girl name of Old Norse origin, meaning “Thor's beauty”.

MeaningThor's beauty
GenderGirl
OriginOld Norse
PronunciationTOO-rid
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inNorway, Iceland, Sweden

Meaning and origin of Turid

Turid comes from Old Norse Þuríðr, combining Thor with fríðr 'beautiful, beloved'. It appears in several sagas, and the Icelandic form Þuríður is still used. In Norway Turid was popular in the mid twentieth century. The old gloss 'beautiful thunder' is a loose paraphrase of the same idea.

Is Turid a religious name?

Turid is a Norse heritage name without religious meaning.

How popular is Turid?

Most common among older Norwegian women; rarely given today.

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Spellings and variants of Turid

ÞuríðurThuridTorid

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Turid mean?

Turid means 'Thor's beauty'. It is of Old Norse origin.

Does Turid have a religious meaning?

Turid is a Norse heritage name without religious meaning.

How do you pronounce Turid?

Turid is pronounced TOO-rid.

Is Turid a boy or girl name?

Turid is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.