"And his disciples remembered that it was written, The zeal of thine house hath eaten me up."
Christian Name · Norse Origin
Odin Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Odin
boy
Odin means "Fury; Frenzy; Inspiration", a boy's name of Norse origin. The name Odin does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Odin burns with holy zeal — not slothful, fervent in spirit, consumed by love for God's house, sacred fire.
Is Odin in the Bible?
No — the name Odin does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Fury; Frenzy; Inspiration", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Odin.
Pronunciation:/OH-din/
OriginNorse
MeaningFury; Frenzy; Inspiration
What does Odin mean?
Odin is a boy name of Norse origin meaning "Fury; Frenzy; Inspiration". Odin speaks of inspired fury — and holy zeal consumed Jesus Himself. 'The zeal of thine house hath eaten me up.' Odin is sacred passion — not anger, but burning love for God's purposes.
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What does Odin mean in the Bible?
Odin means "Fury; Frenzy; Inspiration" and is a name of Norse origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Odin speaks of inspired fury — and holy zeal consumed Jesus Himself. 'The zeal of thine house hath eaten me up.' Odin is sacred passion — not anger, but burning love for God's purposes.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Odin?
Odin is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Fury; Frenzy; Inspiration" — not because Scripture names anyone Odin.
"Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord."
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Which books of the Bible mention Odin?
Odin is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Odin?
Odin burns with holy zeal — not slothful, fervent in spirit, consumed by love for God's house, sacred fire.
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Odin name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Odin does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Fury; Frenzy; Inspiration", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Odin.
Odin means "Fury; Frenzy; Inspiration." It is a Norse name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Fury; Frenzy; Inspiration" — runs right through the Bible.
Norse. Odin comes into English from Norse and carries the sense "Fury; Frenzy; Inspiration." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Odin
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Odin?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Odin?
You can read every verse where Odin appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.