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Odyssey

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Pronounced OD-ə-see /ˈɑd.ə.si/High

Meaning: From the word odyssey — from Homer's Odyssey (the epic journey of Odysseus) — 'a long, adventurous journey'Medium

In 30 seconds: A grand journey: Odyssey is the word-name 'a long, adventurous journey'. Bold, epic, and warm. Used for both sexes.
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Origin MediumGreek
MeaningFrom the word odyssey — from Homer's Odyssey (the epic journey of Odysseus) — 'a long, adventurous journey'
U.S. rank (2025)#4958 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births27 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 733

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202219822025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Odyssey comes from the word odyssey — from Homer's Odyssey, the great Greek epic of Odysseus's long, adventure-filled voyage home from the Trojan War — hence 'a long, adventurous journey, a grand quest'. A bold, epic word-name, used for both sexes, here for girls.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-long-adventurous-journey at the root, and epic.

Did you know? Odyssey means 'a long, adventurous journey' — from Homer's Odyssey, the epic of Odysseus's decade-long voyage home — a bold, epic word-name, used for both sexes.
Overall data confidence 60%
Oxford English Dictionary — odyssey — word origin

Variations

Odysseia

Nicknames

Odie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Odyssey mean?

Odyssey is the word for 'a long, adventurous journey' (from Homer's Odyssey).

How do you pronounce Odyssey?

It's said OD-ə-see /ˈɑd.ə.si/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Odyssey a boy or girl name?

Odyssey is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Odyssey?

Odyssey is a rare name in the U.S.

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