Odessa vs Theodore

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

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Popularity Comparison

Odessa Rank #1,586
Theodore Rank #4

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

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Odessa ___

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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Odessa

Penelope Calliope Cassius Leander Persephone

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Odessa or Theodore more popular?

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

What do Odessa and Theodore mean?

Odessa means "city of Odysseus" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Odessa and Theodore boy or girl names?

Odessa is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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