Names Torkell

Torkell

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Norwegian
Meaning
The name Torkell is derived from the Old Norse name Þórketill which means "Thor's kettle" or "Thor's cauldron". The first part of the name, Þórr (Thor), refers to the Norse god of thunder, lightning, and storms. The second part, ketill (kettle), refers to a traditional cooking pot or cauldron.
Popularity
Torkell is not a particularly well-known name outside of Norway, but it has been used by parents in other Scandinavian countries such as Sweden and Denmark. It is not a particularly popular name worldwide, which adds to its uniqueness and individuality.

cartoon of the name Torkell
Cartoon of Torkell

Torkell Name meanings & History

Scandinavian (Norwegian). The name Torkell is derived from the Old Norse name Þórketill which means "Thor's kettle" or "Thor's cauldron". The first part of the name, Þórr (Thor), refers to the Norse god of thunder, lightning, and storms. The second part, ketill (kettle), refers to a traditional cooking pot or cauldron. Variant of Torkel. Torkell is a male name that is primarily used in Norway. It is not as common as some other Norwegian names like Lars or Johan, but it is still a popular choice for parents who want a traditional name with a strong sound and a unique meaning.

Zodiac Sign of Torkell: Truth Sagittarius,Doubting Thomas Pisces

Synonyms of Torkell:

T: Truth,Touchy,Testy,Tireless,Tacky,Doubting Thomas,Talkative

O: Obsessive,Organized,Ostentatious,Obstinate,Obsolete

R: Reason,Rational,Restless,Resourceful

K: Kundalini,Kind,Karma,Karate

E: Environment,Enlighten,Entertain,Enliven,Expressive,Exaggerate

L: Lovely,Luscious,Liaison,Lover,Lazy,Languid,Legal

Torkell is:

  • a Boring name
  • a Modern name
  • a Wholesome name