Odysseus
oh-DISH-oos
Popularity
#3131
Letters
8
Syllables
3
Origin
Greek
Total Births
482
Peak Year
#43 in 2019
First Recorded
1999
Style
Mythological, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
A legendary hero from Greek mythology, his name is thought to mean 'anger' or 'wrath', possibly related to the Greek word 'odussomai' meaning 'to hate'.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Odysseus
Hero of Homer's 'Odyssey', known for his long journey home.
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