Odin - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Odin \o-

is of Old Norse origin. Odin was the chief god of Norse mythology, identified with art and culture, war, and the dead. The Norse warriors known as Vikings fought without fear, believing Odin would receive them into Valhalla, the heroes' paradise, if they died in battle.

Baby names that sound like Odin are Adin, Edin and Odon. Other similar baby names are Odie, Olin, Orin, Odis and Owin.

Odin is an uncommon first name for men but a somewhat common last name for both men and women (#80379 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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