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.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The King of Rohan known for his courage in battle · The Lord of the Rings
