Maryjane 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

Popularity Comparison

Maryjane Rank #1,661
Odessa Rank #1,586

Odessa is more popular, ranked #1586 vs #1661 for Maryjane.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maryjane ___

  • Maryjane Elizabeth
  • Maryjane Grace
  • Maryjane Anne
  • Maryjane Louise
  • Maryjane Rose
  • Maryjane Catherine

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 Maryjane

Betty Dorothy June Robert Charles

If you choose Odessa

Penelope Calliope Cassius Leander Persephone

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maryjane or Odessa more popular?

Odessa is more popular, ranked #1586 compared to Maryjane at #1661 in the United States.

What do Maryjane and Odessa mean?

Maryjane means "beloved, sea of bitterness (Mary)" (Hebrew origin). Odessa means "city of Odysseus" (Greek origin).

Are Maryjane and Odessa boy or girl names?

Maryjane is primarily a girl name. Odessa is primarily a girl name.

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