Thorin
Thorin is a boy's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Brave, daring, or belonging to Thor.
Origin and history
Thorin is a name of Old Norse origin, traditionally associated with the Norse god Thor or meaning 'daring one'. It gained modern prominence through J.R.R. Tolkien's legendarium as the name of the dwarf leader Thorin Oakenshield. In the United States, its usage has increased in recent years among parents who favor fantasy-inspired and heroic ancient names.
Popularity in the United States
2,301 babies in the United States have been named Thorin since 1880. It ranks #2699 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1154.
States where it is most popular
- CA (13 %)
- TX (11.7 %)
- WA (10 %)
- MN (7.5 %)
- OR (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 11 |
| 1970-1980 | 63 |
| 1980-1990 | 74 |
| 1990-2000 | 141 |
| 2000-2010 | 188 |
| 2010-2019 | 964 |
| 2020-2029 | 860 |
Fun facts
- J.R.R. Tolkien used the name Thorin for the King under the Mountain in 'The Hobbit', borrowing it from the Old Norse poem Völuspá.
- The name original appears in the Dvergatal, a list of dwarfs found in ancient Old Norse literature.