Thorin, of Norse origin, signifies 'thunder god.' It's a robust and historic name, associated with the legendary Scandinavian deity Thor, renowned for his strength and valor. This name was popularized by J.R.R. Tolkien in 'The Hobbit,' where it is borne by the dwarven King Thorin Oakenshield.
The name Thorin experienced a notable increase in popularity from the late 1980s onwards, with a significant spike occurring between 2013 and 2023. However, there was little use of this name throughout most of the 1960s to the mid-1980s, with fewer than 10 births reported annually during these years.