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Odis

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Odis is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A variant of Odysseus, a Greek name meaning 'wrathful' or 'wanderer'.”. It currently ranks #6364 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1927.

Letters4
Syllables2
OriginGreek

What Odis Means

A variant of Odysseus, a Greek name meaning 'wrathful' or 'wanderer'.

The Story of Odis

This name echoes across millennia, carrying the spirit of a legendary hero whose journey captivated the ancient world and whispers to your child.

Odis is a variant of Odysseus, the epic hero of Homer's Odyssey, a name rooted in ancient Greek. While its exact etymology is debated, it's often associated with meanings like 'wrathful' or 'wanderer,' reflecting the hero's tumultuous and far-reaching adventures across the wine-dark sea. The name's journey is one of legend, passed down through oral tradition and written word, embedding itself in the fabric of Western literature.

To call your son Odis is to invite the spirit of the relentless traveler into his life. When you picture him, do you see a child who approaches the world with wide-eyed curiosity, ready to chart his own course? This name has a resonance that feels like a grand story unfolding, a whispered promise of resilience and wisdom learned through experience.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Odis McKinney

    American NFL football player

Personality Traits

WiseResourcefulIntelligentCourageous

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#215 in 1927

Total Births

8,385

First Recorded

1884

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