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Thor vs Jansen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jansen

Boy #2,836 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Jan (John)"

Origin: Dutch

Cultural Roots

Dutch Scandinavian American South African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,836
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Thor Rank #2,806
Jansen Rank #2,836

Thor is more popular, ranked #2806 vs #2836 for Jansen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thor or Jansen more popular?

Thor is more popular, ranked #2806 compared to Jansen at #2836 in the United States.

What do Thor and Jansen mean?

Thor means "thunder" (Old Norse origin). Jansen means "son of Jan (John)" (Dutch origin).

Are Thor and Jansen boy or girl names?

Thor is primarily a boy name. Jansen is primarily a boy name.

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