Thane

landholder, warrior chief

GenderBoyOriginScottishSay itTHAYNPopularityUncommon
Pronounced THAYN

About the name Thane

Thane refers to a medieval Scottish nobleman, a warrior chief who commanded loyalty and land. It's rare and carries a distinctly regal strength.

Noble and commanding, someone others naturally follow.

Fun fact

In Shakespeare's Macbeth, the title 'Thane of Cawdor' plays a central role in the plot.

Nicknames for Thane

Thane

Variations

ThaneThayne

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