Oden Boy

Popularity: #859 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationOH-den / /ˈoʊ.dən/

Norse; Hebrew

Meaning

Norse: fury; Hebrew: to be strong

Historical & Cultural Background

Oden is derived from the Old Norse name Óðinn, the chief god in Norse mythology associated with war, wisdom, and poetry. The name has also been linked to the Hebrew word 'Odin,' which conveys strength. In modern contexts, Oden has gained popularity in various cultures, often reflecting a blend of historical significance and contemporary appeal.

Trend Summary

Oden has seen a gradual increase in popularity in recent years in the United States.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Odin

International Variants

  • Odin (Norse)
  • Oden (Swedish)

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Fictional characters named Oden

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Oden was first seen in the United States in 1912. Oden has ranked as high as #1291 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Oden has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Oden (2024)

StateBirthsShare
TX 10
31%
IN 6
19%
PA 6
19%
CA 5
16%
OH 5
16%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19125
19136
191413
191510
19167
19178
19188
19199
19207
19219
19226
19237
19249
19259
192613
19276
19288
19307
19338
19365
19388
19445
19476
19535
19716
20006
20015
200214
200321
200423
200523
200618
200737
200848
200932
201044
201142
201250
201358
201471
201572
201689
201776
201869
201982
202081
202191
2022102
202390
202465