Thyra Name Meaning

The name Thyra is of Scandinavian origin and is derived from the Old Norse name Þýri, which means "godly" or "divine strength." It is a feminine name and has several variations such as Thyri, Thora, and Thira.

Famous personalities with the name Thyra include Thyra Edelsteen, a Danish humanitarian and social activist who became famous for her work during World War II. She rescued Jewish children and helped them escape to neutral Sweden. Thyra Larsdotter from Sweden was the first woman who climbed the highest peak of Mount Everest without using any supplemental oxygen in 1996.