Lara vs Odessa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Lara Rank #740
Odessa Rank #1,586

Lara is more popular, ranked #740 vs #1586 for Odessa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lara ___

  • Lara Jane
  • Lara Rose
  • Lara Grace
  • Lara Belle
  • Lara Kate
  • Lara Anne

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 Lara

Sasha Natasha Ivan Mira Vera

If you choose Odessa

Penelope Calliope Cassius Leander Persephone

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lara or Odessa more popular?

Lara is more popular, ranked #740 compared to Odessa at #1586 in the United States.

What do Lara and Odessa mean?

Lara means "bay laurel (victory)" (Latin origin). Odessa means "city of Odysseus" (Greek origin).

Are Lara and Odessa boy or girl names?

Lara is primarily a girl name. Odessa is primarily a girl name.

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