Boy Name · English Origin
Tor
Tor — a boy name from the English tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Gift of God", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Thor is on your shortlist, Tor belongs in the same conversation.
Tor meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Gift of God
Origin: English naming roots help connect Tor to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Tor as T·O·R, with 3 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Tor is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Tor variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Tora, Tore, Tory.
- Nicknames: Tor works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Tor with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Tor middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Thor, Tory, Torry, Torre, Tru — full picks on the sibling names for Tor guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Tor? Browse our names like Tor guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Tor
What does the name Tor mean?
Tor means "Gift of God" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Tor?
Tor originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Tor?
Tor has 3 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Tor a boy's or girl's name?
Tor is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Tor in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Tor sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Tor?
Names that share Tor's sound and style include Thor, Tory, Torry, Torre, Tru.
What middle names pair well with Tor?
Good middle-name fits for Tor pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Tor is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Tor is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Tor?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Tor share its rhythm without rhyming — Thor, Tory, Torry all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.