Theoden, derived from Old Norse 'Þjóðán' meaning 'people's spirit', is a strong and unique first name of Germanic origin. It gained prominence through its use by the character Theoden in J.R.R. Tolkien's epic fantasy novel "The Lord of the Rings". This name has since been adopted as an independent choice for parents seeking distinctive names for their children, reflecting its powerful and historic roots.
The number of babies named Theoden has been steadily increasing over the past nearly two decades, with a significant jump starting from 2016 onwards.