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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: oh-DEEL /oʊˈdiːl/
Origin: French; German
Meaning: French: prosperous; German: wealthy
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Odile has its roots in the Old High German name "Odila," which is derived from the elements "od" meaning "wealth" or "fortune" and "hild" meaning "battle." This name was later adapted into the Latin form "Odilia," which was used in medieval texts. The transition into English occurred through the influence of Norman French, particularly after the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, when many names of Germanic origin were integrated into the English lexicon, often through the lens of French adaptations.
Historically, Odile is notably associated with Saint Odile, a 7th-century abbess and the patron saint of Alsace, who is credited with the conversion of the region to Christianity. Her life and legacy were documented in various hagiographies, particularly during the medieval period, which helped to solidify the name's presence in Christian contexts.
The name gained further recognition through the 19th-century revival of interest in medieval saints and their stories, which were often popularized in religious texts and art. Culturally, Odile has been embraced in various European traditions, particularly in France and Germany, where it is often linked to themes of nobility and strength due to its etymological roots.
The name has also been associated with the ballet "Swan Lake," where the character Odile represents the dark swan, symbolizing duality and transformation. This connection to the arts has contributed to the name's enduring resonance in cultural narratives.
The diminutive form "Didi" has also been used in some contexts, reflecting a softer, affectionate variant of the name.
Famous people named Odile
In this section, you will find notable people named Odile. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Odile who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Odile Decq is an architect best known for the Banque Populaire de l'Ouest, the Confluence Museum, and the Les Halles de la Villette.
Odile Bailloeul is a French artist best known for her work in the field of contemporary art and design.
Fictional characters named Odile
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Odile is a fictional character from the ballet Swan Lake. She is the black swan and the antagonist who deceives the prince, leading to tragic consequences.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Odile was first seen in the United States in 1882.
Odile has ranked as high as #2594 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Louisiana, and Massachusetts.
In the past 5 years the name Odile has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Odile is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Odile was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Odile.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 6 | 6 |
| 1992 | 5 | 5 |
| 1967 | 6 | 6 |
| 1960 | 6 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 | 5 |
| 1956 | 6 | 6 |
| 1954 | 10 | 10 |
| 1951 | 6 | 6 |
| 1947 | 5 | 5 |
| 1945 | 6 | 6 |
| 1942 | 8 | 8 |
| 1940 | 6 | 6 |
| 1939 | 8 | 8 |
| 1936 | 9 | 9 |
| 1934 | 13 | 13 |
| 1931 | 12 | 12 |
| 1930 | 13 | 13 |
| 1929 | 11 | 11 |
| 1928 | 17 | 17 |
| 1927 | 16 | 16 |
| 1926 | 11 | 11 |
| 1925 | 18 | 18 |
| 1924 | 16 | 16 |
| 1923 | 18 | 18 |
| 1922 | 22 | 22 |
| 1921 | 21 | 21 |
| 1920 | 19 | 19 |
| 1919 | 23 | 23 |
| 1918 | 19 | 19 |
| 1917 | 20 | 20 |
| 1916 | 27 | 27 |
| 1915 | 27 | 27 |
| 1914 | 19 | 19 |
| 1913 | 18 | 18 |
| 1912 | 12 | 12 |
| 1911 | 5 | 5 |
| 1910 | 9 | 9 |
| 1909 | 17 | 17 |
| 1908 | 16 | 16 |
| 1907 | 16 | 16 |
| 1906 | 16 | 16 |
| 1905 | 17 | 17 |
| 1904 | 16 | 16 |
| 1903 | 15 | 15 |
| 1902 | 18 | 18 |
| 1901 | 13 | 13 |
| 1900 | 8 | 8 |
| 1899 | 8 | 8 |
| 1898 | 21 | 21 |
| 1897 | 15 | 15 |
| 1896 | 14 | 14 |
| 1895 | 10 | 10 |
| 1894 | 10 | 10 |
| 1893 | 9 | 9 |
| 1892 | 5 | 5 |
| 1890 | 10 | 10 |
| 1889 | 6 | 6 |
| 1888 | 9 | 9 |
| 1887 | 9 | 9 |
| 1886 | 8 | 8 |
| 1885 | 7 | 7 |
| 1884 | 5 | 5 |
| 1883 | 5 | 5 |
| 1882 | 7 | 7 |
Top States for Odile (1945)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| LA | 6 |