Thane Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Thane Name at a Glance

Name	Thane
Meaning	Anglo-Saxon and Scottish feudal lords' title. Shakespeare's Macbeth was Thane of Cawdor.
Origin	Scottish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Thane Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Thane means “Anglo-Saxon and Scottish feudal lords' title. Shakespeare's Macbeth was Thane of Cawdor”. 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.

Thane Name Origin

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

Is Thane a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Thane

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