What origin is the name Tyr?

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

What are good sister names for Tyr?

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

Tyr

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Tyr

Tyr

Boy

Scandinavian

1 syllable

Tyr is a Scandinavian boy's name meaning "God of war.".

With Scandinavian roots, Tyr is a boy name that means "God of war.". At just 3 letters, it is short and easy to say. It has 1 syllable.

Origin: Scandinavian
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 1

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

God of war.

Popularity

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

Quick answers about Tyr

What does Tyr mean?

Tyr is a boy name of Scandinavian origin meaning "God of war.".

How popular is Tyr?

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