Oden Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Oden has its origins in Old Norse, derived from the god Odin, representing fury and inspiration. It has evolved through various historical forms from Old Norse to modern usage. The name is associated with strength and mythology, and while it does not have biblical relevance, it has gained popularity in contemporary settings due to its distinctiveness and cultural significance.
The name Oden is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Oden has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Oden' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2871st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4396th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6502nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3944th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1930th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Oden' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Oden"
Pronunciation
/ˈoʊ.dən/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Oden is derived from the Old Norse god Odin, who was associated with war, wisdom, and poetry. The name is believed to have roots in the Proto-Germanic word 'wōđanaz', which means 'to rage' or 'to inspire'.
Meaning
fury, inspiration
Language Evolution
Old Norse: Óðinn, Proto-Germanic: *Wōđanaz, Old English: Wōden, Middle English: Woden
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Scandinavia during the Viking Age, as Odin was a central figure in Norse mythology. It has seen a resurgence in modern times as a distinctive name.
Variants & Derivatives
Odin, Woden, Wotan
Modern Popularity & Image
Oden is perceived as a strong and unique name associated with mythology and strength. It appeals to those interested in Norse culture and history.
Famous People
Oden Fong, a notable figure in the field of education., Oden Nash, a recognized poet.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Oden"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Oden"
"Oden" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2871st of 7545 | 132 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4396th of 6773 | 41 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6502nd of 7552 | 11 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3944th of 24088 | 363 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1930th of 23106 | 946 |
Regional Popularity of "Oden" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
- | - |
45.34% 3384th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
38.73% 1543rd/3984 |
59.86% 2686th/4487 |
38.86% 2651st/6822 |
31.45% 1974th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Oden" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Oden"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Oden" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.