Hero vs Oden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hero

Boy #2,338 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender, protector, warrior"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #2,225 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"the frenzied one, the inspired"

Origin: Proto-Germanic

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Hero Rank #2,338

Oden Rank #2,225

Oden is more popular, ranked #2225 vs #2338 for Hero.

Is Hero or Oden more popular?

Oden is more popular, ranked #2225 compared to Hero at #2338 in the United States.

What do Hero and Oden mean?

Hero means "defender, protector, warrior" (Greek origin). Oden means "the frenzied one, the inspired" (Proto-Germanic origin).

Are Hero and Oden boy or girl names?

Hero is primarily a boy name. Oden is primarily a boy name.