Adessa is a form of Odessa — from the Greek place Odessos / the Odyssey, evoking 'a long journey; a wanderer' (routes layered, which we note). A lyrical, modern name (said 'ah-DES-ah').

In the U.S. it appears as a form of Odessa. Rare, a-long-journey at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Odessa is linked to the Greek place Odessos and the Odyssey, evoking 'a long journey' — Adessa is a form of it, lyrical and modern (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'ah-DES-ah').

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References — Odessa — routes layered

Variations

OdessaAdesaAdessah

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Adessa mean?

Adessa is a form of Odessa — Greek, evoking 'a long journey; a wanderer' (a place-name); the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Adessa?

It's said ah-DES-ah /ɑˈdɛs.ɑ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Adessa a boy or girl name?

Adessa is a girl's name.

How popular is Adessa?

Adessa is a very rare name in the U.S.