Oden vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oden

Boy #2,225 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the frenzied one, the inspired"

Origin: Proto-Germanic

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian Norse American Swedish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,225
Total SSA Count
65
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Oden Rank #2,225
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2225 for Oden.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Oden ___

  • Oden Thor
  • Oden Erik
  • Oden Bjorn
  • Oden Rune
  • Oden Leif
  • Oden Stone

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Oden

Thor Freya Astrid Sigrid Baldur

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oden or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Oden at #2225 in the United States.

What do Oden and Theodore mean?

Oden means "the frenzied one, the inspired" (Proto-Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Oden and Theodore boy or girl names?

Oden is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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