Charlotte vs Odessa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Odessa

Girl #1,586 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"city of Odysseus"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English Eastern European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,586
Total SSA Count
133
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dessie, Desi, Odie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Odessa Rank #1,586

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1586 for Odessa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Odessa ___

  • Odessa Rose
  • Odessa Grace
  • Odessa Mae
  • Odessa Claire
  • Odessa June
  • Odessa Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Odessa

Penelope Calliope Cassius Leander Persephone

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Odessa more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Odessa at #1586 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Odessa mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Odessa means "city of Odysseus" (Greek origin).

Are Charlotte and Odessa boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Odessa is primarily a girl name.

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