This list includes 2 Norse gods that start with O, from “Odin (Óðinn)” to “Odr (Óðr)”. These figures range from a major war-wisdom deity to a more obscure poetic figure, useful for reference, research and inspiration. Links to adjacent letters and the full index appear below for quick navigation.

Norse gods that start with O are deities in Norse tradition whose names begin with the letter O. The best-known example is “Odin,” a one-eyed god of wisdom, war, and poetry central to many sagas.

Below you’ll find the table with domain and symbols.

Domain: Defines the spheres, responsibilities, or roles associated with each god, so you can quickly identify their mythic functions.

Symbols: Lists common iconography, animals, weapons, or objects linked to each deity to help you recognize or use them creatively.

Norse gods that start with O

NameDomain/RoleAttestationsSymbols
Odin (Óðinn)Allfather, war and wisdomPoetic Edda, Prose Edda, skaldic poems, sagasspear, ravens, wolves
Odr (Óðr)Mysterious god; husband of FreyjaProse Edda, skaldic poetrywandering, tears

Descriptions

Odin (Óðinn)
Chief of the Æsir; a complex god of war, death, poetry, magic, and knowledge who sacrificed an eye and rides Sleipnir.
Odr (Óðr)
Shadowy figure—Freyja’s often-absent husband whose long wanderings cause her to weep red gold; identity and nature remain uncertain.
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