"I will praise God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Odelia
Pronunciation: [ ohd-EHL-ee-uh ]
Girl Name
#2,920 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
4 Syllables
A celestial Hebrew gem meaning praise to God
Jewish
English
French
Vintage
Elegant
Literary
Sophisticated
Meaning & Origin
"wealth, fortune"
Origin: Germanic
Language: German
The Story of Odelia
Odelia derives from the Hebrew Hodiah or Hodiyah meaning I will praise God or praise Yahweh, combining hod (glory, praise) and Yah (a shortened form of God). It also has Germanic roots through Odile and Odilia, from the element aud meaning wealth or fortune. The name has been used in Jewish communities and Christian Europe for centuries.
Odelia is experiencing a quiet revival as parents seek elaborate Victorian-sounding names that feel fresh. It benefits from the popularity of its cousins Ophelia and Cordelia while remaining distinctly uncommon.
Saint Odile (Odilia) of Alsace is venerated as the patron saint of Alsace and of those with eye conditions, born reportedly blind and miraculously cured at her baptism. The name carries both Jewish spiritual meaning and medieval Christian hagiographic resonance.
Fun Facts
- Saint Odile of Alsace is one of the most venerated saints in the Alsace region of France
- Odelia appears in medieval Jewish records as a name for learned and devout women
- The name shares roots with the Hebrew word hod meaning splendor and majesty
Odelia in Other Languages
French
Odile
German
Odilia
Hebrew
Hodiah
Italian
Odelia
Spanish
Odelia
Famous People Named Odelia
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Saint Odile of Alsace
Religious
7th-century Alsatian abbess venerated as patron saint of Alsace, born blind and reportedly healed at baptism
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #2,920
- Total SSA Count
- 56
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish English French
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Odie
Delia
Deli
Pairs Well With
Odelia Rose
Odelia Grace
Odelia Marie
Odelia Claire
Odelia Jane
Odelia Louise
Odelia Elaine
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Frequently Asked Questions About Odelia
What does the name Odelia mean?
"I will praise God" (from Hebrew). "wealth, fortune" (from Germanic). Odelia derives from the Hebrew Hodiah or Hodiyah meaning I will praise God or praise Yahweh, combining hod (glory, praise) and Yah (a shortened form of God). It also has Germanic roots through Odile and Odilia, from the element aud meaning wealth or fortune. The name has been used in Jewish communities and Christian Europe for centuries.
What is the origin of the name Odelia?
Odelia has Hebrew, Germanic, Jewish, English, and French origins. In Hebrew, it means "I will praise God". In Germanic, it means "wealth, fortune".
Is Odelia a boy or girl name?
Odelia is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Odelia?
Odelia is pronounced ohd-EHL-ee-uh.
How popular is the name Odelia?
Odelia is currently ranked #2920 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Odelia?
Common nicknames for Odelia include Odie, Delia, and Deli.
What are good middle names for Odelia?
Popular middle name pairings include Odelia Rose, Odelia Grace, Odelia Marie, Odelia Claire, Odelia Jane, Odelia Louise, and Odelia Elaine.
What are good sibling names for Odelia?
Names that pair well with Odelia as siblings include Cordelia, Ophelia, Beatrice, Theodore, Sebastian, Rosalind, and Cecily.
How many syllables does Odelia have?
Odelia has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Odelia a common or rare name?
Odelia is an uncommon name, ranked #2920 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Odelia
Odelia is a girl name with Jewish, English, and French origins . The name means "I will praise God" in Hebrew .
Odelia is currently ranked #2,920 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Odelia has 4 syllables and is pronounced ohd-EHL-ee-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Odelia include Odie, Delia, and Deli. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.