Odette

“Odette is derived from the Old French name 'Odet', a diminutive of 'Hugh'”

France origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1266US 2023

182Births / yr

↑Rising

3.2kAll-time births

📅 Since 189400.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Odette

oh·DET

/ˌoʊ.ˈdɛt/ · stress on DET · 2 syllables

“Odette is derived from the Old French name 'Odet', a diminutive of 'Hugh'”

France origin · Girl name

What does Odette mean and where does it come from?

Odette is derived from the Old French name 'Odet', a diminutive of 'Hugh'. It gained popularity in part due to the character Odette in the ballet 'Swan Lake', which tells the story of a princess turned into a swan. The name has a timeless quality and is widely recognized in French-speaking countries

Cultural significance

Odette has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of french.

Peak popularity

Reached #846 in 1905 — currently #1266 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Odette?

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

Odette Grace

How popular is Odette right now?

Rising — up 47 spots — currently #1266 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1895–2023#1266 · Top 0.93%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1266	182	▲ up 47 · +1% births
2022	#1313	180	▲ up 122 · +20% births
2021	#1435	150	▲ up 45 · +5% births
2020	#1480	143	▲ up 690 · +64% births
2015	#2170	87	▲ up 4474 · +358% births
2010	#6644	19	▼ down 2146 · -37% births
2005	#4498	30	▼ down 409
2000	#4089	30	▼ down 292 · +7% births
1995	#3797	28	▲ up 5498 · +250% births
1990	#9295	8	▼ down 2798 · -20% births
1985	#6497	10	▼ down 921 · -17% births
1980	#5576	12	▼ down 1923 · -33% births
1975	#3653	18	▼ down 1181 · -40% births
1970	#2472	30	▼ down 307
1965	#2165	30	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Odette

Best Year1905Rank #846

Peak Count182

Average Rank#2774

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1900 - 202328 years

The story of Odette

Odette has been a beloved American name for over 130 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1894. With 3,222 total births recorded, Odette remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1052 in 1895, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #1266 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Odette in 1905:

Mary Helen Margaret Anna Ruth

Odette by decade

Odette peaked in the 1900s. See all 1900s names →

Decade	Births
1890s	45
1900s	90
1910s	195
1920s	299
1930s	155
1940s	154
1950s	292
1960s	299
1970s	204
1980s	135
1990s	172
2000s	338
2010s ★	701
2020s	143

💎With 3,222 total births, Odette is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Odette?

Common

OdeOdOdieOdyEtte

What names sound and feel like Odette?

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

France · a diminutive form

Yolette

France · Little violet

Loyette

France · A variant of

Jodette

American · French

How is Odette written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Odette

What does the name Odette mean?

Odette means "French" — a name rooted in France 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 Odette?

Odette is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Odette have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Odette?

Odette originates from France tradition. France 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 Odette?

Odette is a two-syllable name pronounced OW2 D EH1 T. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Odette trending right now?

Odette is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.