Odysseus

Wrathful; legendary hero of the Odyssey.

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Odysseus meaning & origin

Odysseus is listed in our catalog as a boy name. Its listed meaning is "Wrathful; legendary hero of the Odyssey.". Listed origin: Greek.

Pronunciation

oh-DIS-ee-us

Catalog phonetic spelling

Popularity

We do not have a verified US birth-record ranking for Odysseus. Missing data does not mean a name is rare.

Nicknames

OdySues

Middle Name Ideas

  • Odysseus Graham
  • Odysseus Isaac
  • Odysseus Leo

Famous Namesakes

  • Odysseus from Homer's Odyssey

Sources & notes

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Frequently Asked Questions About Odysseus

What does the name Odysseus mean?

Odysseus is listed in our catalog as a boy name. Its listed meaning is "Wrathful; legendary hero of the Odyssey.". Listed origin: Greek.

How do you pronounce Odysseus?

Our catalog's pronunciation guide is oh-DIS-ee-us. Pronunciation can vary by language and family.

How popular is the name Odysseus?

We do not have a verified US birth-record ranking for Odysseus. Missing data does not mean a name is rare.

What nickname ideas could work for Odysseus?

Ideas to try include Ody, Sues. These are suggestions, not a measure of usage.

What middle names could work with Odysseus?

Try Odysseus Graham, Odysseus Isaac, Odysseus Leo aloud with your surname. These pairings are subjective suggestions.

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