Odysseus

Odysseus Meaning & Origin

About Odysseus
The name "Odysseus" is of Greek origin and is derived from the Greek word "odysseia," meaning "to be angry or wrathful." In Greek mythology, Odysseus is the legendary hero and protagonist of Homer's epic poem, "The Odyssey." Known for his cunning intelligence and strategic prowess, Odysseus embarks on a long and perilous journey home after the Trojan War, facing numerous challenges and adventures along the way. The name Odysseus is often associated with resilience, resourcefulness, and the ability to overcome obstacles.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Odysseus are male.

Odysseus Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 7.89% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
ATSS
🗽 NYSIIS
OA
🔊 Soundex
O30202
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
OW0 D IH1 S IY0 AH0 S
🌐 IPA
/oʊˈdɪsiəs/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('ATSS', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
O322

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Odysseus in Braille

Here's how to represent Odysseus in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Odysseus in braille

How to Spell the Name Odysseus in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Odysseus using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Odysseus in sign language

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