Odinn

“the furious one; god of poetry, death, and knowledge.” — Associated with wisdom

Scandinavia origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10498US 2023

7Births / yr

↑Rising

72All-time births

📅 Since 201200

What does Odinn mean and where does it come from?

Odinn is the Old Norse form of the name Odin, which is rooted in Norse mythology. Odin is a major god in the North mythology, associated with wisdom, healing, death, and knowledge. His mythos includes many attributes, and he was often depicted as a wanderer seeking wisdom. The name can be traced bac

Cultural significance

Odinn has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Scandinavia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the furious one; god of poetry, death, and knowledge..

Peak popularity

Reached #5312 in 2019 — currently #10498 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Odinn?

Odinn works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Odinn Grace

How popular is Odinn right now?

Rising fast — up 1412 spots — currently #10498 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#10498 · Top 7.7%

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2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10498	7	▲ up 1412 · +17% births
2022	#11910	6	▼ down 3265 · -33% births
2021	#8645	9	▲ up 2966 · +50% births
2020	#11611	6	▼ down 5306 · -57% births
2015	#6305	14	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Odinn

Best Year2015Rank #6305

Peak Count14

Average Rank#9794

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Odinn

Odinn is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2012. With 72 total births recorded, Odinn remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6305 in 2015, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10498 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Odinn in 2019:

Liam Noah Oliver William Elijah

💎Odinn has only 72 total recorded births since 2012 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Odinn?

Common

OdiOdOdieOdy

What names sound and feel like Odinn?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Odinn also consider these

Odynn

Scandinavia · Rage, fury

Odin

Norway · The name refers

Odis

American · A variation of

Bodin

Scandinavia · He who is

Odice

United Kingdom · Son of fortune

Finn

Ireland · fair, white

Oden

Scandinavia · Inspired by the

Odyn

Scandinavia · wrath, frenzy

Common questions about the name Odinn

What does the name Odinn mean?

Odinn means "the furious one; god of poetry, death, and knowledge." — a name rooted in Scandinavia tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Odinn?

Odinn is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Odinn?

Odinn originates from Scandinavia tradition. Scandinavia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Odinn a common or rare name?

Odinn is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Odinn?

Odinn naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.