What origin is the name Modi?

Modi 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 Modi — for example Mia, Elsa, Freya. You can browse more on our scandinavian names page.

Modi

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Modi

Modi

Boy

Scandinavian

2 syllables

Modi is a Scandinavian boy's name meaning "Son of thor.".

The meaning of Modi is "Son of thor." — a boy name of Scandinavian origin. At just 4 letters, it is short and easy to say. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Scandinavian
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Son of thor.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Quick answers about Modi

What does Modi mean?

Modi is a boy name of Scandinavian origin meaning "Son of thor.".

How popular is Modi?

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