Leader of the people
Derived from the Old English word 'theoden' meaning lord, ruler, or prince. It is most famously recognized as a character name created by J.R.R. Tolkien, who used historical Germanic linguistic roots to build his fictional cultures.
About 104 boys were named Theoden in 2025.
The King of Rohan known for his courage in battle · The Lord of the Rings
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
