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Eythor represents a variant of the Icelandic name Eyþór. The meaning of the name is 'the little thunder' or alternatively 'the little Thor'.
What does the name Eythor mean?
Eythor is a variation of the Icelandic name Eyþór and means 'the little thunder' or 'the little Thor'. The origins of the name lie in Old Norse and consist of the elements ey, which stands for a 'diminutive form', and Þórr, the word for 'thunder' or 'Thor'.
Where does the name Eythor come from?
The name Eythor has its roots in Old Norse and means 'the little thunder'.
How do you pronounce Eythor?
Eythor is pronounced approximately like 'Eit-hor'.
Popularity
In Germany, Eythor is considered a rather rare first name. It has not yet appeared in the German first name rankings. The best placement of the name Eythor was in 2006, when it ranked 793rd in Denmark. Between 1985 and 2024, Eythor was used as a first name in Denmark fewer than ten times, placing it at 4,546th. In the last ten years, no child has received this name.
Famous people
- Eythor Ingi Gunnlaugsson (Icelandic singer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Eythor
Where does the name Eythor come from?
Eythor has its roots in Old Norse and is primarily used in Iceland.
What does the name Eythor mean?
The name means 'the little thunder', derived from the elements 'ey' for a diminutive form and 'Þórr' for 'thunder' or 'Thor'.
How popular is the name Eythor?
Eythor is especially common in Iceland, where it has a special cultural connection to the Nordic heritage, while it is less known in other countries.