Thorunn Name Meaning, Origin & Gender
Thorunn is listed in our database as a girl name of Norse origin. Its recorded meaning is “Mother of Bishop of Bjorn”.
Thorunn Name at a Glance
| Name | Thorunn |
|---|---|
| Meaning | Mother of Bishop of Bjorn. |
| Origin | Norse |
| Gender | Girl |
What Does the Name Thorunn Mean?
According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Thorunn means “Mother of Bishop of Bjorn”. 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.
Thorunn Name Origin
Our database records Thorunn under Norse origin. Browse more Norse baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.
Is Thorunn a Boy or Girl Name?
In our database, Thorunn is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.
Choosing the Name Thorunn
When considering Thorunn for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.
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