Multiple choice general knowledge What is the actual name of gollum i. e. before he becomes gollum? Rumil Smeagol Deagol Uthluk Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation Sméagol was Gollum's original name as a Stoor Hobbit before he was corrupted by the Ring. After murdering his cousin Déagol for the Ring, he was exiled and gradually transformed into Gollum, named for the swallowing noise he made in his throat.