| Meaning | wrathful, hateful |
| Origin | Greek |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | O-dys-seus |
About Odysseus
The name Odysseus carries a rich history and a sense of adventure that makes it a unique and meaningful choice for a baby boy. Derived from the Greek word "odysseia," which signifies anger and hate, Odysseus is most famously known as the clever and cunning hero of Homer's epic poems, the "Iliad" and the "Odyssey."
In Greek mythology, Odysseus' journey home after the Trojan War is a tale of resilience, intelligence, and wit. The name encapsulates qualities of strategic thinking, determination, and an adventurous spirit. Parents who choose the name Odysseus for their son may be drawn to its mythological significance and the timeless appeal of a hero's attributes.
While the name might sound ancient, it carries a sense of strength and uniqueness that can stand out in a modern context. With variations such as Ulysses and Ulisse, Odysseus offers a range of options for personalization.
In a world that admires intelligence, courage, and the spirit of exploration, the name Odysseus bestows upon a child a legacy of bravery and intellect, igniting a lifetime of potential and discovery.
Variations of Name Odysseus
| Odiseo |
| Ulises |
| Ulysses |
| Odysseo |
| Odisseo |
| Odisseus |
| Odissea |
| Odyssios |
| Odesia |
| Odysses |
| Odysseas |
Nicknames for Odysseus
| Ody |
| Od |
| Seus |
| Odie |
Famous People Named Odysseus
| Odysseus Elytis | Greek Nobel Prize-winning poet |
| Odysseus Androutsos | Greek revolutionary leader |
| Odysseus Makridis | Greek Olympic weightlifter |
| Odysseus Fisk | American architect |
| Odysseus Lappas | Greek basketball player |
| Odysseus Stamoglou | Greek film director |
| Odysseus Orestes | Brazilian musician |
| Odysseus Loidolt | American politician |
| Odysseus Tsatalos | Greek footballer |
| Odysseus Matziaris | Greek judoka |
| Odysseus Eviatar | Israeli lawyer |
| Odysseus Popas | Romanian journalist |
| Odysseus Vaeni | Greek Paralympic athlete |
| Odysseus Yakoumakis | Greek politician |
| Odysseus Konstantinopoulos | Greek racing driver |
| Odysseus Nicolaidis | Greek diplomat |
| Odysseus Zisimopoulos | Greek actor |
| Odysseus Kordeliou | Greek artist |
| Odysseus Kourkounakis | Greek tennis player |
| Odysseus Gamvros | Greek musician |
Characters Named Odysseus
| Odysseus | Ulysses - From Homer's "Odyssey" |
| Odysseus Cox | From the movie "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" |
| Odysseus Kent | From the novel "Calypso" by David Sedaris |
| Odysseus Brandybuck | From J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth legendarium |
| Odysseus Grant | From the TV show "Star-Crossed" |
| Odysseus Olson | From the book "Blindness" by José Saramago |
| Odysseus Badger | From the TV show "Over the Garden Wall" |
| Odysseus "Odie" Cavenaugh | From the book "The Song of Odie" by John Armstrong |
| Odysseus Dain | From the webcomic "Rice Boy" by Evan Dahm |
| Odysseus Laertiades | From the play "Troades" by Seneca |
| Odysseus Zephyr | From the video game "Warframe" |
| Odysseus Vendecentre | From the video game "Anno 2070" |
| Odysseus Indigo | From the book "The Girl Who Could Fly" by Victoria Forester |
| Odysseus Yendole | From the video game "Septerra Core" |
| Odysseus Shade | From the video game "Destiny Child" |
| Odysseus "Odie" Griffin | From the TV show "Blood Drive" |
| Odysseus Thorenson | From the book "The Myth of Absolution" by Katie Broman |
| Odysseus Wyld | From the webcomic "Dicebox" by Jenn Manley Lee |
| Odysseus Reigns | From the book "Chasing Odysseus" by S. D. Gentill |
| Odysseus "Odie" Aarons | From the TV show "Sweet Magnolias" |