Boy Names
Classic, modern, and timeless names for your son. Every name has a story, discover the meaning, origin, and pronunciation behind it.
Theophile
“Lover of God”
Theophile is the French form of the Greek name Theophilos, composed of 'theos' meaning God and 'philos' meaning loving or dear. The name therefore means one who loves God or beloved of God, a beautiful double reading that makes it both a declaration of piety and a statement of divine favour. The name appears in the New Testament, where Luke addresses his Gospel and the Acts of the Apostles to a figure named Theophilos, traditionally interpreted as either a specific patron or as a symbolic address to all who love God. In France, the name was borne by the poet and critic Theophile Gautier, one of the central figures of 19th-century French literature. It has a learned, bohemian quality that appeals to parents with literary sensibilities.
Theophilos
“beloved of God or friend of God”
Theophilos is the classical Greek form of the name meaning 'beloved of God' or 'friend of God', composed of 'theos' (God) and 'philos' (friend, beloved). The name is famous from the New Testament, where both the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles are addressed to 'most excellent Theophilos'. It has been borne by numerous saints, theologians, and historical figures across the Christian world.
Theron
“Hunter”
Theron is a strong and uncommon name with ancient Greek origins that has maintained a quiet presence in English-speaking countries, primarily in the United States. It carries a rugged, outdoorsy quality due to its meaning of 'hunter', balanced by its classical Greek roots. The name gained wider recognition in the late 20th and early 21st centuries partly through the fame of the South African actress Charlize Theron.
Theseus
“To set, to place”
Theseus derives from the Greek word 'tithemi', meaning 'to set' or 'to place', suggesting one who establishes or founds something enduring.
Thiago
“Saint James”
Thiago is a Portuguese and Spanish variant of Santiago, itself a contracted form of Sant Iago, meaning Saint James. The name ultimately honours James the Apostle, one of the twelve disciples of Jesus and the patron saint of Spain. It carries both a strong religious heritage and a vibrant, contemporary energy that has made it one of the most fashionable names across the Spanish and Portuguese-speaking world.
Thibaud
“Bold people; brave nation”
Thibaud is the French form of the Germanic name Theobald, composed of 'theud' or 'theod' meaning people or nation and 'bald' meaning bold or brave. Together the name evokes the qualities of a courageous leader of a people, combining communal and martial virtues in a single Norman-French name.
Thibault
“Bold people”
Thibault is a French name of Germanic origin meaning 'bold people,' derived from the elements 'theud' (people, nation) and 'bald' (bold, brave). It was borne by several medieval French counts and retains an air of aristocratic refinement. The name's evolution from Germanic roots through Old French into its modern form traces the very history of the French language itself.
Thibaut
“Bold people”
Thibaut is a distinguished French name meaning 'bold people' or 'brave nation,' derived from the Germanic elements 'theud' (people, nation) and 'bald' (bold, brave). It is the French form of Theobald and carries a noble, aristocratic air that reflects centuries of use among French nobility and royalty. The name combines strength with elegance, embodying the boldness and cultural refinement that French names are known for.
Thietmar
“Famous people, renowned among the folk”
Thietmar combines Old High German 'thiod' or 'thiet', meaning people or nation, with 'mari', meaning famous or renowned. The name thus expresses the ideal of a man made celebrated among his own people, a figure of public renown within his community. Bishop Thietmar of Merseburg, the great tenth-century chronicler, is the most celebrated bearer.
Thodoris
“Gift of God”
Thodoris is a Greek diminutive of Theodoros, itself composed of the elements theos, meaning God, and doron, meaning gift. The full meaning is therefore gift of God, a name of profound spiritual significance used across the Greek-speaking world and beyond. While Theodoros is the formal version, Thodoris is the affectionate everyday form used in conversation, among friends, and within families in Greece. It has a warm, approachable quality that the more formal Theodoros lacks, making it both intimate and deeply rooted in Greek tradition.
Thomas
“Twin”
Thomas derives from the Aramaic name 'Ta'oma', meaning 'twin'. The name entered European languages through the Greek form 'Thomas' as used in the New Testament, where the apostle Thomas is famously characterized by his initial doubt of the resurrection. His willingness to question and then affirm his faith made the name synonymous with both intellectual honesty and steadfast conviction.
Thor
“Thunder”
Thor derives from the Old Norse word for thunder, representing the mighty god who wielded the hammer Mjolnir and protected both gods and humans from the forces of chaos.
Thorben
“Thor's bear”
Thorben derives from the Old Norse elements Thor, the god of thunder, and bjorn, meaning bear, producing the compound meaning Thor's bear. The name was carried south from Scandinavia into northern Germany, where it became particularly well established. It combines the power of Norse mythology with the enduring symbol of the bear, suggesting strength, protection, and an elemental connection to the natural world.
Thorberg
“Thor”
Thorberg joins 'Thor,' the Norse god of thunder and the protector of humanity, with 'berg,' meaning mountain or cliff, which in Norse also carried the sense of protection and refuge. The combination suggests someone sheltered by Thor's divine power, as steadfast as a mountain. In Viking-age culture, Thor was the most widely worshipped deity, and his-name compound names were extremely common.
Thorbjorn
“Thor”
Thorbjorn is one of the most celebrated Norse compound names, pairing the thunder god Thor with the bear, the supreme warrior animal of Norse culture. The bear's ferocity and endurance, blessed by Thor's divine might, created a name projecting the ultimate warrior archetype. Thorbjorn was widely used across the Viking world and remains recognizable in Scandinavia today.
Thorbrand
“Thor”
Thorbrand pairs the thunder god Thor with 'brand,' the Old Norse word for a burning brand, sword, or blade. The image is vivid: Thor's lightning bolt itself is a blazing sword cutting through the sky. The name thus evokes divine fire, martial precision, and the terrible beauty of a thunderstorm. It was a name suited for a warrior of fierce, burning courage.
Thord
“thunder”
Thord is a contracted form of 'Thor,' the Old Norse thunder god, whose name derives from Proto-Germanic *Þunraz meaning thunder. As a standalone personal name it channels the full force of Thor's divine identity, strength, protection, and the awesome power of the storm. Thord was widely used in medieval Scandinavia as a simpler alternative to the many Thor-compound names.
Thorfinn
“Thor's finder”
Thorfinn is an Old Norse compound name combining 'Thor', the god of thunder, with 'Finnr', meaning finder or one who finds. It was a name borne by Norse explorers and chieftains, most famously Thorfinn Karlsefni, who led one of the first European attempts to settle North America around 1000 CE. The name blends divine power with the spirit of exploration and discovery.
Thorfinnr
“Thor”
Thorfinnr combines the theophoric element 'Thor-' with 'Finnr,' the Old Norse term for a person of Finnish or Sami origin. In Viking-age Scandinavia, the Sami and Finnic peoples were regarded with a mixture of respect and wonder, particularly for their reputed shamanistic powers. The name may suggest someone of mixed Norse-Sami ancestry or a warrior with the shamanic power of the north, blessed by Thor.
Thorgeir
“Thor”
Thorgeir unites the thunder god Thor with 'geir,' the Old Norse word for spear, which was the sacred weapon of Odin, used to consecrate the battlefield and to choose the slain. A name meaning 'Thor's spear' thus stands at the intersection of two great Norse divine traditions, projecting both Thor's protective power and the lethal precision of Odin's weapon. Thorgeir was widely used in Viking-age Scandinavia.
Thorgils
“Thor”
Thorgils combines the theophoric 'Thor-' with 'gils,' derived from Old Norse 'gisl' meaning hostage or pledge, someone given as a guarantee of a treaty or oath. A person called Thorgils was symbolically a pledge of Thor's divine covenant, someone whose life was bound up with the thunder god's will. The name was widely used across the Norse world and was adopted by Celtic cultures as Torcall or Thorkel.
Thorgrim
“Thor”
Thorgrim pairs the thunder god Thor with 'grimr,' an Old Norse word meaning masked, hooded, fierce, or the grim one, also an epithet of Odin, who often walked in disguise. The combination evokes a warrior who, under Thor's power, becomes terrifyingly fierce in battle, his face set in the grim mask of the berserker. It also carried an echo of Odin's own divine ferocity through the 'grim' element.
Thorin
“Bold thunder strength”
Thorin is a strong, mythologically resonant name that carries associations with Norse legend and heroic adventure. It gained widespread modern recognition through J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Hobbit', where Thorin Oakenshield leads a band of dwarves on a quest to reclaim their homeland. The name projects determination, courage, and a noble bearing.
Thorir
“thunder warrior”
Thorir is an Old Norse masculine name derived from 'Þórir,' a personal name form built directly on the divine name Þórr (Thor). It represents a more complete theophoric formation than the simple Thor prefix, presenting its bearer as distinctly 'of Thor' or 'belonging to Thor.' The name was widely used across medieval Scandinavia and appears in numerous sagas and historical records.
Thorketill
“Thor”
Thorketill joins the thunder god Thor with 'ketill,' an Old Norse word for cauldron or sacrificial bowl. Beyond domestic use, cauldrons had deep ritual significance in Norse religion, they were used in blót (sacrifice) ceremonies and represented the transformative power of fire and water. A name meaning 'Thor's cauldron' thus carried sacred, ritual associations, suggesting a man set apart for divine service.
Thorleif
“Thor”
Thorleif joins the thunder god Thor with 'leif,' an Old Norse word meaning heir, descendant, beloved offspring, or relic. The name presents its bearer as a cherished heir of Thor's divine line, someone who carries forward the thunder god's legacy. It is a softer, more intimate Thor-name than the warrior compounds, emphasizing heritage and belovedness rather than battle.
Thormod
“Thor's courage”
Thormod combines the thunder god Thor with the Old Norse word 'modr' meaning courage or spirit, yielding the sense of one who possesses the boldness and fierce determination associated with the god of storms.
Thorn
“Sharp spine of a plant”
Thorn is a bold, nature-inspired name with deep roots in the English language and runic tradition. It evokes images of resilience and protective strength, much like the thorned plants that have defended themselves for millions of years. As a given name it has a modern edge while retaining an earthy, timeless quality.
Thornbury
“Fortified settlement among thorns”
Thornbury is a distinguished name with strong English geographic heritage, originally a place name referring to a fortified settlement protected by thorn hedges. It carries an aristocratic, surnames-as-first-names quality that has become fashionable in contemporary naming. The name evokes images of the English countryside and a sense of rooted, enduring character.
Thornfield
“Open land covered in thorns”
Thornfield carries an unmistakable literary resonance as the name of the brooding estate at the heart of Charlotte Bronte's 'Jane Eyre', one of the most beloved novels in the English language. As a given name it is rare and evocative, suggesting mystery, romance, and a connection to the wild English moorland. It suits a child whose parents are drawn to classic literature and romantic landscapes.
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