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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: THOR-in //ˈθɔːrɪn//
Origin: Old Norse; Germanic
Meaning: Old Norse: brave; Germanic: bold
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Thorin has its roots in Old Norse, derived from the word "Þórinn," which is a diminutive form of "Þórr," meaning "Thor," the Norse god of thunder. The etymology traces back to Proto-Germanic *Þunraz, which also relates to the concept of thunder.
As the Norse language evolved, the name was adapted into various forms across different Germanic languages, eventually making its way into English through Old Norse influences during the Viking Age, particularly in the context of Norse mythology and sagas. Historically, the name Thorin is most notably associated with J.R.R.
Tolkien's character Thorin Oakenshield, the leader of the dwarves in "The Hobbit," published in 1937. Tolkien, a philologist and scholar of ancient languages, drew upon his knowledge of Old Norse and Germanic mythology to create a rich tapestry of names and characters in his works.
The character of Thorin embodies themes of bravery, leadership, and the quest for home and treasure, resonating with the heroic narratives found in Norse sagas. Culturally, the name Thorin carries significant weight within the context of Norse mythology and literature.
It evokes the strength and resilience associated with Thor, the god after whom it is named. The enduring legacy of Thorin as a character in Tolkien's works has contributed to the name's resonance in fantasy literature and its association with themes of adventure and heroism.
The name, while not widely used historically, has gained a certain symbolic significance through its literary connections, reflecting the broader cultural fascination with Norse mythology and its heroes.
Famous people named Thorin
In this section, you will find notable people named Thorin. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Thorin who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Thorin Oakenshield is a fictional character best known for being the leader of the company of dwarves in The Hobbit.
Fictional characters named Thorin
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Thorin Oakenshield is a fictional character from J.R.R. Tolkien's novel The Hobbit. He is the leader of the company of dwarves on a quest to reclaim their homeland from the dragon Smaug.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Thorin was first seen in the United States in 1968.
Thorin has ranked as high as #1210 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Washington, Minnesota, and Oregon.
In the past 5 years the name Thorin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Thorin is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Thorin was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Thorin (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 12 | |
| TX | 9 | |
| OR | 9 | |
| WA | 8 | |
| OK | 8 | |
| MN | 7 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| AZ | 6 | |
| IN | 6 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| TN | 5 | |
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Thorin.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 139 |
| 2023 | 166 |
| 2022 | 155 |
| 2021 | 131 |
| 2020 | 134 |
| 2019 | 124 |
| 2018 | 139 |
| 2017 | 150 |
| 2016 | 136 |
| 2015 | 156 |
| 2014 | 114 |
| 2013 | 74 |
| 2012 | 32 |
| 2011 | 28 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 |