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Thor vs Penn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Thor

Boy #2,806 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"thunder"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Norse Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,806
Total SSA Count
46
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Penn

Boy #2,952 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hill, headland, enclosure"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,952
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Thor Rank #2,806
Penn Rank #2,952

Thor is more popular, ranked #2806 vs #2952 for Penn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thor or Penn more popular?

Thor is more popular, ranked #2806 compared to Penn at #2952 in the United States.

What do Thor and Penn mean?

Thor means "thunder" (Old Norse origin). Penn means "hill, headland, enclosure" (Old English origin).

Are Thor and Penn boy or girl names?

Thor is primarily a boy name. Penn is primarily a boy name.

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