Thurmon
Thurmon is a boy's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Thor's protection or defender of Thor.
Origin and history
Thurmon is a variant of the Old Norse name Þórmundr, meaning Thor's protection or protection of Thor. It was traditionally used as a masculine name in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it is extremely rare with no recorded U.S. births in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
1,053 babies in the United States have been named Thurmon since 1880. It ranks #3632 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NC (65.9 %)
- GA (11.4 %)
- AL (7.6 %)
- OK (7.6 %)
- MS (3.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 152 |
| 1920-1930 | 258 |
| 1930-1940 | 221 |
| 1940-1950 | 178 |
| 1950-1960 | 130 |
| 1960-1970 | 73 |
| 1970-1980 | 35 |
| 1980-1990 | 6 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- The name combines the elements 'Þórr' (Thor) and 'mundr' (protection or guardian).
- It enjoyed modest usage in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.