Holding steady.
Popularity of Odus since 1895
Babies named Odus per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1918, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Odus's real moment was 1906.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 12 |
| 1900s | 29 |
| 1910s | 144 |
| 1920s | 173 |
| 1930s | 114 |
| 1940s | 51 |
| 1950s | 52 |
| 1960s | 16 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Odus is an obscure given name that never achieved widespread popularity in the United States. Its earliest recorded use is 1895, and it peaked in 1906, likely reflecting a brief period of modest usage. The name has remained stable in rarity, with no significant resurgence. Given its low incidence (no recent rank or 1-in-N statistics available), Odus is a highly distinctive choice. Its spelling and pronunciation suggest an English or literary origin, though definitive evidence is lacking.
Odus is a rare given name of unclear derivation. It may be an English diminutive or variant of Otto, which itself derives from the Germanic element 'aud' meaning 'wealth' or 'fortune'. Alternatively, it could be a shortened form of the Greek name Odysseus, the legendary hero of Homer's Odyssey, though this connection is speculative and not widely attested. The name saw modest use in the United States in the early 20th century, particularly in the 1900s.
Sibling names for Odus
Names that share Odus's style, for a brother or sister.
