Thorn Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Thorn Name at a Glance

Name	Thorn
Meaning	Town of thorns. Thornton variant. Surname.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Thorn Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Thorn means “Town of thorns. Thornton variant. Surname”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Thorn Name Origin

Our database records Thorn under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Thorn a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Thorn is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Thorn

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