Torquil
Boy name · Celtic · Danish · Gaelic
Meaningcauldron of Thor · Scottish Gaelic
Torquil is a Celtic and Danish boy name meaning “cauldron of Thor”, with Scottish Gaelic roots. Scottish Gaelic names carry the sound of the Highlands and islands where they're still spoken. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- Word funTorquil doesn't repeat a single letter: 7 letters, all different.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Torquil would score 16 points, thanks largely to the Q (worth 10).
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
Similar names
Save adds it to your list. Vote moves it up the top voted names.
Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Torquil
Torquil is a boy name of Celtic, Danish and Gaelic origin meaning “cauldron of Thor”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Torquil at school.
Origin:Celtic namesDanish namesGaelic names
More Celtic boy names
- Unisex name: Owen · well-born
- Unisex name: Logan · little hollow
- Unisex name: Rowan · little red-haired one
- Unisex name: Nolan · descendant of Nuallán
- Unisex name: Cameron · crooked nose
- Boy name: Ian · God is gracious
- Unisex name: Gael · a Gael
- Boy name: Arthur · possibly bear
Questions about the name Torquil
What does the name Torquil mean?
Torquil means “cauldron of Thor” and comes from Scottish Gaelic.
What is the origin of the name Torquil?
Torquil is Celtic, Danish and Gaelic in origin, and its meaning traces back to Scottish Gaelic. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Torquil turns up in more than one tradition. Other Celtic names to consider are Owen (“well-born”), Logan (“little hollow”), Rowan (“little red-haired one”) and Nolan (“descendant of Nuallán”).
Is Torquil a boy or girl name?
Torquil is a boy name.
What should I know before naming my baby Torquil?
Torquil is a Celtic and Danish boy name meaning “cauldron of Thor”, with Scottish Gaelic roots. Scottish Gaelic names carry the sound of the Highlands and islands where they're still spoken. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.