Odin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationOH-din / /ˈoʊ.dɪn/Norse; Old English
Meaning
Norse: 'fury' or 'poetry'; Old English: 'the furious one'
Historical & Cultural Background
Odin is a prominent figure in Norse mythology, known as the chief god associated with wisdom, healing, death, and knowledge. He is often depicted as a wanderer who sacrifices for wisdom. The name has been used in various forms throughout history and remains popular in modern times.
Trend Summary
Odin has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Oden
- Odyn
International Variants
- Odin (Scandinavian)
- Odin (German)
Famous people named Odin
Odin Lloyd was an American football player known for his time with the New England Patriots.
Odin Teatret is a renowned international theater company founded in Denmark.
Fictional characters named Odin
Odin is a character in the Marvel Comics universe, portrayed as the father of Thor and a powerful god.
Odin is featured in the video game series 'God of War', where he is depicted as a significant antagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Odin was first seen in the United States in 1884. Odin has ranked as high as #589 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Minnesota, Texas, Washington, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Odin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Odin (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 50 | |
| TX | 43 | |
| MN | 32 | |
| FL | 30 | |
| NY | 28 | |
| OH | 28 | |
| IL | 27 | |
| WI | 22 | |
| WA | 21 | |
| PA | 21 | |
| MO | 20 | |
| AZ | 19 | |
| MI | 18 | |
| UT | 18 | |
| IN | 17 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1913 | 9 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 11 |
| 1917 | 12 |
| 1918 | 16 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 42 |
| 2001 | 50 |
| 2002 | 87 |
| 2003 | 100 |
| 2004 | 107 |
| 2005 | 108 |
| 2006 | 130 |
| 2007 | 181 |
| 2008 | 202 |
| 2009 | 202 |
| 2010 | 247 |
| 2011 | 316 |
| 2012 | 375 |
| 2013 | 453 |
| 2014 | 604 |
| 2015 | 690 |
| 2016 | 836 |
| 2017 | 903 |
| 2018 | 998 |
| 2019 | 1,011 |
| 2020 | 990 |
| 2021 | 1,009 |
| 2022 | 1,022 |
| 2023 | 903 |
| 2024 | 641 |