Odysseus
Odysseus is a boys' name of Greek origin meaning “wrathful, man of pain and cunning.” Odysseus is the hero of Homer's Odyssey, the archetype of human resourcefulness and perseverance.
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how do you pronounce Odysseus?
oh-DIS-ee-us
more about Odysseus
His ten-year journey home from Troy, facing monsters, gods, and temptation, gave us the word 'odyssey' for any epic journey of transformation and self-discovery.
the history of Odysseus
Odysseus is the legendary king of Ithaca, hero of Homer's Odyssey and a leading figure of the Iliad; his Latin name is Ulysses.
who are famous people named Odysseus?
- Odysseus Elytis (Nobel Prize-winning Greek poet)
- Odysseus (protagonist of Homer's Odyssey)
what are the nicknames and variants of Odysseus?
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Odysseus?
what names go well with Odysseus?
Sibling names that share Odysseus's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Odysseus
What does the name Odysseus mean?
Odysseus means “wrathful, man of pain and cunning”.
What is the origin of the name Odysseus?
Odysseus comes from the Greek naming tradition. Related forms include Ulysses.
How popular is the name Odysseus?
Odysseus has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Odysseus a boy or girl name?
Odysseus is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Odysseus?
Odysseus is pronounced oh-DIS-ee-us, with 4 syllables.
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