Boy Names
Classic, modern, and timeless names for your son. Every name has a story, discover the meaning, origin, and pronunciation behind it.
Toralf
“Thor's elf”
Toralf is the Scandinavian form of Thoralf, combining Thor with 'alfr' meaning elf, the supernatural beings of Norse myth who were associated with light, fertility, and ancestral power, creating a name that unites divine and elven protection.
Torbjorn
“Thor's bear”
Torbjorn is a powerful Norse name combining 'Tor,' referring to the thunder god Thor, with 'bjorn,' meaning bear. It evokes the image of a creature both sacred and formidable, blessed with divine strength.
Torcuato
“Wearing a twisted collar or torque”
Torcuato derives from the Latin 'torquatus,' meaning one who wears a torque or twisted collar, a form of metal necklace worn as a military decoration in ancient Rome. The name was borne by Saint Torquatus, one of the legendary Seven Apostolic Men said to have evangelized the Iberian Peninsula in the first century, giving it great religious significance in Spain.
Torcuil
“Thor's cauldron”
Torcuil is the Scottish Gaelic form of the Norse name Torquil or Thorkell, derived from the Old Norse elements 'Thor', the god of thunder and strength, and 'ketill', meaning cauldron or sacred vessel. The combined meaning is Thor's cauldron, evoking both divine power and ritual significance. The name was historically prominent in the Western Isles and Highlands of Scotland, particularly among the MacLeod chiefs of Lewis, where it remained in use long after Old Norse influence gave way to Gaelic culture. It is a name that bridges two great Northern European traditions.
Torfinn
“Thor's Finn”
Torfinn joins the thunder god Thor with 'Finnr', the Old Norse name for a person of Finnish or Saami origin, suggesting a man who combined the strength of Thor with the mystical reputation of the Saami peoples, known in Norse culture as skilled shamans and hunters.
Torgeir
“Thor's spear”
Torgeir combines the thunder god Thor with 'geirr', Old Norse for spear, one of the most important weapons and status symbols of the Viking Age, creating a name that joins divine power with the sharp, directed force of the warrior's primary weapon.
Torger
“Thor's spear”
Torger is a contracted Norwegian form of Torgeir, sharing its meaning of Thor's spear, a name that unites the thunder god's divine might with the spear's connotations of directed, purposeful warrior force.
Torgils
“Thor's hostage”
Torgils combines the thunder god Thor with 'gisl', Old Norse for hostage or pledge, a term that in the Viking Age referred to a person given as a guarantee of a treaty, someone of high value whose safety enforced an agreement, making this a name of significant diplomatic and political connotation.
Torgny
“Thor's clash”
Torgny combines the thunder god Thor with 'gnyr', Old Norse for noise, clash, or din, evoking the tremendous crashing sound of Thor's chariot crossing the sky and his hammer striking the giants, a name that captures the thunder itself in its second element.
Torin
“Chief”
Torin derives from the Scottish Gaelic meaning chief or lord, suggesting natural authority and leadership. It has a strong, compact sound that feels both ancient and thoroughly modern. The name carries the rugged, windswept quality of the Scottish Highlands and conveys quiet strength without being imposing. It has grown steadily in popularity as parents seek short, strong names with genuine Celtic heritage.
Torkel
“Thor's cauldron”
Torkel combines the name of the thunder god Thor with the Old Norse word for cauldron or sacrificial vessel. It was a well-attested given name in Viking-age Scandinavia, appearing in runic inscriptions and sagas. The cauldron element carries connotations of sacred ritual, evoking images of offerings made to the gods. Together the name suggests divine strength channelled through ceremony, a bold and mythologically rich choice.
Torleif
“Thor's descendant”
Torleif combines the thunder god Thor with 'leifr', Old Norse for descendant, heir, or remnant, suggesting a boy who carries forward the lineage and legacy of Thor's power, a name that connects the living to the divine ancestry of the Norse gods.
Tormad
“Northman”
Tormad is the Scottish Gaelic form of the name Norman, which derives from the Old Norse Northmathr, meaning man of the north or northman. It was the name used by Vikings who settled in Normandy and later came to Britain. In Scottish Gaelic the name was adapted as Tormad, and remained in use particularly in the Hebrides and other areas of strong Norse-Gaelic cultural exchange.
Tormailt
“Thunderer, from Thor”
Tormailt is a Scottish Gaelic name derived from the Old Norse name Thormodr or the element 'Thor', the Norse god of thunder, combined with Gaelic phonological adaptation. It reflects the profound Norse cultural and linguistic influence on Gaelic Scotland, particularly in the Western Isles and Highlands, where Viking settlement left a lasting mark on naming traditions and place names alike.
Tormod
“Northman”
Tormod is the Scottish Gaelic form of the Old Norse name Thormodr, itself composed of Thor, the Norse god of thunder, and modr meaning spirit or courage. It was brought to Scotland by Norse settlers, particularly in the Western Isles, and settled as the Gaelic equivalent of the Scots name Norman. It is regarded as distinctively Hebridean, especially in Lewis and Harris.
Torquato
“Wearing a collar or torque”
Torquato is the Italian form of the Latin Torquatus, derived from torques or torquis meaning a twisted metal collar or neck ring worn as a military decoration or badge of nobility. The name originated as a Roman cognomen awarded to a soldier who stripped the torque from a defeated enemy in single combat, and it became one of the most distinguished surnames of the Roman Republic.
Torquil
“Thor's cauldron”
Torquil derives from the Old Norse name Thorkell or Thorketill, meaning Thor's cauldron or Thor's sacrificial vessel. It reflects the deep Norse influence on Scottish culture, particularly in the Highlands and Islands. The name carries a rugged, aristocratic quality that is uniquely Scottish.
Torrance
“From the knolls”
Torrance is a distinguished surname-turned-given name with strong geographic roots in the British Isles. It evokes rugged highland landscapes and carries an air of stoic strength. The name has gained traction as a first name particularly in North America, where it projects a sense of uniqueness and heritage.
Torstein
“Thor's stone”
Torstein is the modern Scandinavian form of Thorstein, combining the thunder god Thor with 'steinn' meaning stone, evoking unshakeable permanence and divine solidity, a name of enduring strength rooted in a thousand years of Norse tradition.
Torsten
“Thor's stone”
Torsten is composed of 'Thor', the Norse god of thunder and strength, and 'sten' meaning 'stone', giving the compound meaning 'Thor's stone' or 'stone of Thor'. The stone element conveys permanence, solidity, and an enduring quality, suggesting that the bearer is as unyielding as rock and blessed with the power of the thunder god. The name was popular among the Norse warrior class.
Torvald
“Thor's power”
Torvald is an Old Norse name combining 'Thor', the god of thunder and strength, with 'valdr' meaning ruler or power. The name thus means Thor's ruler or one who wields the power of Thor. It carries the weight of Norse mythology alongside a literary dimension through Henrik Ibsen's landmark play 'A Doll's House', in which Torvald Helmer is the central male character.
Touma
“Winter horse”
Touma is a Japanese masculine name whose meaning depends on the kanji characters chosen by parents. The most common combinations use the characters for winter (fuyu/tou) paired with horse (uma/ma), suggesting strength and endurance through cold seasons. Alternative readings combine fight or aspire (tou) with truth or genuine (ma), giving the name a meaning of striving for truth. The name has a bold, wintry character and a confident sound that appeals to modern Japanese families.
Toussaint
“All Saints”
Toussaint is a French calendar name meaning 'All Saints,' directly derived from the French 'Tous les Saints,' the name of the Catholic feast day celebrated on November 1st. Giving a child this name traditionally indicated a birth on or around that feast day, connecting the child's identity to the entire communion of saints.
Touya
“winter night”
Touya is most commonly written as 冬夜 (winter night) or 遠夜 (distant night), combining imagery of seasonal cold and nocturnal quiet into a name of unusual atmospheric beauty. A boy named Touya might be seen as someone with a cool, reflective temperament, drawn to contemplation and possessed of a serene strength that endures through difficult seasons, much as winter endures before giving way to spring.
Townsend
“Lives at the edge of town”
Townsend has a grounded, topographic origin describing a person who lived at the outskirts of a village or settlement. As a first name it carries an aristocratic, old-money quality often associated with distinguished English and American families. Its use as a given name reflects the broader trend of adopting notable surnames as first names.
Trafford
“Ford by a fish-trap”
Trafford is a rare and distinctive given name drawn from English geography, most famously associated with the Trafford area of Greater Manchester. Its use as a personal name is uncommon, giving it a strongly individual character and a sense of regional English heritage. The name carries connotations of rugged northern England and sporting history.
Tranquillo
“Calm and peaceful”
Tranquillo derives from the Latin tranquillus, meaning calm, still, or undisturbed. It conveys a temperament of inner peace, steadiness, and serene composure, qualities that were prized in both religious and aristocratic Italian culture.
Traugott
“Trust in God”
Traugott is a deeply devout Germanic name composed of the elements 'treu', meaning faithful or true, and 'Gott', meaning God. The name carries a message of unwavering spiritual trust and religious conviction. It was historically favoured in Lutheran German-speaking communities as a name expressing piety and devotion.
Travis
“Toll collector at a crossing”
Travis has the distinction of being an occupational surname repurposed as a rugged, masculine given name with strong associations with American cowboy and frontier culture. It gained widespread use as a first name in the United States during the 20th century. The name projects confidence, independence, and a certain adventurous spirit.
Trefaldwyn
“Baldwin's town”
Trefaldwyn is the Welsh name for Montgomery, a town in Powys, mid-Wales, derived from 'tref' meaning town or settlement and 'Baldwyn,' the Welsh rendering of Baldwin, the Norman name of the castle's founder. It is one of the most overtly place-derived names in the Welsh tradition. Using it as a personal name is a bold and deeply patriotic act of Welsh linguistic identity.
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