Thor's struggle or Thor's battle
Thyra is an ancient Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse name Þýri. It combines the name of the thunder god Thor with elements meaning struggle, battle, or helpful. It was famously borne by the 10th-century Queen of Denmark, Thyra Danebod, who is credited with building the Danevirke fortifications.
About 8 girls were named Thyra in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
10th-century Queen of Denmark and wife of King Gorm the Old
Daughter of King Christian IX and Queen of Hanover
Danish politician and former Minister for Elder Affairs
African-American journalist and social worker
