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Odette

Odette is a girls' name of French origin meaning “wealth, fortune.” The ethereal Swan Queen in Tchaikovsky's 'Swan Lake,' Odette embodies grace under duress.

how do you pronounce Odette?

oh-DET

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what does Odette mean?

The name Odette means “wealth, fortune.” It comes from the French language tradition.

The ethereal Swan Queen in Tchaikovsky's 'Swan Lake,' Odette embodies grace under duress. The name also honors Odette Hallowes, one of the most decorated heroines of WWII French resistance. It carries an air of balletic elegance and quiet courage.

who are famous people named Odette?

  • Odette Hallowes (WWII French resistance heroine)
  • Odette Joyeux (French actress and novelist)

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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial

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