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Odelia Girl

Popularity: #894 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Pronunciationoh-DEH-lee-ah / oʊˈdɛliə

Hebrew; English

Meaning

Hebrew: I will praise the Lord; English: wealthy

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Odelia has its roots in Hebrew, derived from the elements 'ode' meaning 'song' and 'lia' which can be interpreted as 'God' or 'belonging to God.' This etymological foundation suggests a meaning akin to 'I will praise God' or 'song of God.' The name transitioned into various forms through linguistic evolution, notably appearing in the Yiddish form 'Odel' before being adopted into English-speaking contexts, where it has been embraced as a feminine given name.

Historically, the name Odelia does not have a direct mention in significant biblical texts, but its Hebrew roots connect it to a rich tradition of names that reflect devotion and praise. The name's presence in Jewish communities can be traced back to the Middle Ages, where it was often used among Ashkenazi Jews. The name gained some recognition in the broader Christian context, particularly through translations of the Hebrew Bible and other religious texts, which highlighted the significance of names that invoke divine attributes or praise.

Culturally, Odelia embodies themes of spirituality and artistic expression, resonating with the idea of song and worship. This connection to music and praise has allowed the name to maintain a certain charm and significance within various cultural narratives. Additionally, diminutive forms such as 'Deli' or 'Odie' have emerged, reflecting affectionate or familial ties, though these variations are less documented in historical texts. Overall, Odelia stands as a name that encapsulates a blend of linguistic heritage, religious significance, and cultural resonance.

Trend Summary

Odelia has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States in recent years.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Odelya
  • Odelia

International Variants

  • Odelia (English)
  • Odelya (Hebrew)

Famous people named Odelia

Odelia D. is a singer-songwriter best known for her work in the indie music scene and her album 'The Sound of Silence'.

Odelia K. is a visual artist best known for her contemporary installations and exhibitions in major art galleries.

Fictional characters named Odelia

Odelia is a fictional character from the book series The Odelia Grey Mysteries. She is a plus-sized, middle-aged private investigator who solves various murder cases.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Odelia was first seen in the United States in 1880. Odelia has ranked as high as #1304 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Louisiana, New York, Texas, California, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Odelia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Odelia (2024)

StateBirthsShare
NY 14
70%
IL 6
30%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18806
18826
18836
188410
188610
188711
188811
18898
18918
189214
189310
189412
189512
189618
189714
189814
189916
190017
190116
190221
190322
190421
190519
190614
190729
190819
190928
191027
191116
191225
191329
191431
191540
191635
191744
191845
191949
192046
192148
192242
192333
192429
192537
192625
192731
192825
192927
193023
193125
193230
193331
193427
193528
193630
193730
193822
193921
194029
194127
194220
194323
194424
194513
194627
194729
194830
194931
195017
195128
195222
195329
195425
195520
195623
195717
195822
195920
196012
196112
196213
196316
196411
196516
19669
196710
196815
19697
197012
197111
19735
19748
19777
197810
19798
19807
198112
19826
19836
19845
198510
19866
19878
19886
19899
19917
19925
199311
19979
19987
199911
200019
200114
200214
200315
200412
200513
200622
200724
200821
200927
201023
201122
201222
201328
201422
201530
201634
201736
201829
201937
202037
202139
202238
202343
202456