Odin

Boy's name

Odin is a Scandinavian name of Old Norse origin, derived from the word "óðr" meaning "fury" or "excitation."

Meaning Inspiration, frenzy
Origin Scandinavian
U.S. births in 2023 641
Peak year 2022

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Odin Waage - Norwegian footballer.
  • Odin Biron - Russian actor.
  • Odin Thiago Holm - Brazilian footballer.
  • Odin Jay - American musician.
  • Odin Rathnam - Violinist and conductor.
  • Odin Pollock - British author.
  • Odin Teatret - Experimental theatre company.
  • Odin Staveland - Norwegian musician.
  • Odin's Ravens - Mythological creatures in Norse mythology.

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