Torunn Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Torunn Name at a Glance

Name	Torunn
Meaning	Mother of Bishop of Bjorn 'Thor's love'.
Origin	Norse
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Torunn Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Torunn means “Mother of Bishop of Bjorn 'Thor's love”. 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.

Torunn Name Origin

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

Is Torunn a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Torunn

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