What origin is the name Ketil?

Ketil comes from Scandinavian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same scandinavian tradition pair naturally with Ketil — for example Mia, Elsa, Freya. You can browse more on our scandinavian names page.

Ketil

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Ketil

Ketil

Boy

Scandinavian

2 syllables

Ketil is a Scandinavian boy's name meaning "Son of thori.".

With Scandinavian roots, Ketil is a boy name that means "Son of thori.". It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Scandinavian
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Son of thori.

Popularity

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What does Ketil mean?

Ketil is a boy name of Scandinavian origin meaning "Son of thori.".

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