Odyssey

Odyssey Meaning & Origin

About Odyssey
The name "Odyssey" is derived from the ancient Greek epic poem "The Odyssey" written by Homer. It refers to a long and adventurous journey, often involving various challenges and obstacles. The term has come to represent a metaphorical voyage or exploration, typically involving personal growth, self-discovery, and transformative experiences. It signifies a profound and transformative journey, both physically and metaphorically.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Odyssey are female.

Odyssey Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 32.35% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
ATS
🗽 NYSIIS
OA
🔊 Soundex
O3020
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
AA1 D AH0 S IY0
🌐 IPA
/ˈɑdəsi/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('ATS', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
O320

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Odyssey in Braille

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

The name Odyssey in braille

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

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

The name Odyssey in sign language

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