Tora
t(o)-ra
US Popularity:9519
Origin:Japanese
Other Origin(s):Norse
Meaning:tiger
Tora is a gender-neutral name that has both Japanese and Old Norse origins. Depending on the Kanji used to write Tora, it can mean “tiger” in Japanese, making it a unique way to inspire baby with the strength, courage, and power the tiger represents. In Scandinavia, Tora is a feminine version of Thor, the name for the Norse god of thunder. If you want baby to remember the importance of claw-sharp strength or booming confidence, naming them Tora will have a lasting effect.
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Behind the Name, Tora, April 2021
Behind the Name, Þóra, December 2022
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