Odesser

“A variant of 'Odessa', referencing the city in Ukraine.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1356US 2023

844Births / yr

→Stable

169All-time births

📅 Since 191100

How to pronounce Odesser

OH·DES·ES·er

/ˈoʊ.ˈdɛs.ˈɛs.ɝ/ · stress on OH · 4 syllables

“A variant of 'Odessa', referencing the city in Ukraine.”

American origin · Girl name

What does Odesser mean and where does it come from?

The name Odesser is derived from the city of Odessa, which is located on the Black Sea in Ukraine. The name Odessa itself possibly comes from the Greek 'Odessos', the original name of the city. Although predominantly seen as a feminine name, it is not very common and is more likely to be found in th

Cultural significance

Odesser has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of 'odessa', referencing the city in ukraine..

Peak popularity

Reached #2447 in 1911 — currently #1356 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Odesser?

Odesser works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Odesser Grace

How popular is Odesser right now?

Holding steady — currently #1356 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1356 · Top 1.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1356	844	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1361	824	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1366	794	▲ up 3226 · +15780% births
1940	#4592	5	▼ down 1071 · -37% births
1930	#3521	8	▲ up 679 · +14% births
1925	#4200	7	▼ down 23
1920	#4177	7	▼ down 1116 · -22% births
1915	#3061	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Odesser

Best Year2023Rank #1356

Peak Count844

Average Rank#2954

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1915 - 20238 years

The story of Odesser

Odesser entered American naming records in 1911 and has been in use for over 113 years. With 169 total births recorded, Odesser remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3061 in 1915 to #1356 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Odesser in 1911:

Mary Helen Margaret Dorothy Ruth

Odesser by decade

Odesser peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	59
1920s ★	87
1930s	13
1940s	10

💎Odesser has only 169 total recorded births since 1911 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Odesser?

Common

OdeOdOdieOdyEsser

What names sound and feel like Odesser?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Odesser also consider these

Odester

American · Of the eastern

Odessey

American · A journey or

Odessie

American · a song of

Odyssey

American · A long journey

Gaesser

Irish · A Irish name

Cresser

Celtic · A Celtic name

Leaser

American · Derived from a

Dester

American · English

Common questions about the name Odesser

What does the name Odesser mean?

Odesser means "A variant of 'Odessa', referencing the city in Ukraine." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Odesser?

Odesser is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Odesser?

Odesser originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Odesser?

Odesser is a four-syllable name pronounced OW1 D EH1 S EH1 S ER0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Odesser?

Odesser pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.