Thayer Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Thayer is listed in our database as a boy name of Teutonic origin. Its recorded meaning is “Nation's army”.

Thayer Name at a Glance

Name Thayer
Meaning Nation's army.
Origin Teutonic
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Thayer Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Thayer means “Nation's army”. 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.

Thayer Name Origin

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

Is Thayer a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Thayer

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