Theoden Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTHEE-oh-den / /ˈθiːoʊdɛn/Old English; Germanic
Meaning
Old English: king; Germanic: brave heart
Historical & Cultural Background
In Old English literature, Theoden is often associated with nobility and leadership, reflecting the name's meaning of 'king.' In Germanic traditions, the name emphasizes bravery and strength, qualities valued in heroic figures.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Theodene
- Theodoric
International Variants
- Teodósio (Portuguese)
- Teodor (Slavic)
Famous people named Theoden
Theoden of Rohan — fictional king in 'The Lord of the Rings'.
Fictional characters named Theoden
Theoden — 'The Lord of the Rings'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Theoden was first seen in the United States in 2004. Theoden has ranked as high as #1283 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Washington, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Theoden has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Theoden (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 9 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| UT | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 34 |
| 2019 | 37 |
| 2020 | 42 |
| 2021 | 55 |
| 2022 | 74 |
| 2023 | 93 |
| 2024 | 87 |