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Ode
Word name or medieval English form of Otto
If Story and Poet and Sonnet can be names that work as well for girls as for boys, why not Ode?
Odele
English from Greek
"song"
Sounds a lot like the recently revived Adele.
Odelette
Odelette is a delicate feminine name of French origin, essentially a diminutive form of Odette. The name Odette derives from the Germanic name Oda or Ode, meaning 'wealth' or 'fortune', with the…
Odessa
Russian form of Odesa, Ukrainian place-name
"voyage"
Odessa, (transcribed as Odesa in Ukrainian) is a Ukrainian port city and was given its name by Catherine the Great, who was inspired by Homer's Odyssey . It would make an original and intriguing…
Odetta
German
"wealthy"
The memorable folk singer, an early single-name celeb, brought this into the spotlight. The French variation is Odette.
Odile
French variation of German Otthild
"prospers in battle"
Odette's evil Swan Lake twin -- gives the name a sinuous, sensuous appeal. It was a popular choice in France in the 20th century and made the Top 40 back in 1952, however, it has since fallen out of…
Odilia
Germanic
"fatherland; wealth, fortune"
Though it has never charted in the United States, this frilly name has the elements some brave, modern namers might find attractive—namely, the initial O and the -ia suffix. St. Odile of Alsace, also…
Odyssey
Greek
"story of Odysseus"
Literally, the Odyssey is Homer's epic tale of Odysseus's voyage home from the Trojan wars, and it is also used figuratively for any long, challenging journey. It is used rarely but steadily for…
Oectra
Oectra is an extremely rare feminine name with obscure origins. It may be a modern invention or could have roots in ancient Greek or Latin terminology. The unusual combination of the initial 'Oe'…
Ofilia
Ofilia is a feminine name that appears to be a variation of Ophelia, which has Greek origins meaning 'help' or 'assistance.' While Ophelia gained literary fame through Shakespeare's character in…
Oleander
Botanical Name
The name of this pretty Mediterranean shrub is reminiscent of vintage Olive, and interestingly its etymology appears to overlap too: oleander most likely derives from Greek rhododendron "rose tree",…
Oleta
Variation of Aleta, Alethea, Alida, Alda, or Olida, Latin, Greek, English, German, Spanish
"truth, verity; small winged one; prosperous, noble; olive tree"
A simple yet distinctive choice with a whole host of origins and meanings, Oleta could be an interesting alternative to Olivia, Lotta or Ottilie. On one hand, the name is considered a variation of…
Olga
Slavic variation of Helga, Norse
"holy"
This Slavic form of the Norse name Helga is a classic in many Slavic countries, including Russia and Poland, where it currently ranks within the Top 100 girl names. It has historically ranked among…
Olia
Olia is a delicate feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Olga (meaning 'holy' from Old Norse), a diminutive of Olivia (derived from Latin 'olive tree'), or relate to…
Oliana
Polynesian
"oleander"
Lilting choice. "Oleanna" is the title of a David Mamet play.
Olianna
Olianna is a feminine name that likely evolved as a variant of Olivia or a combination of elements from names like Olivia and Anna. With Latin roots relating to the olive tree, a symbol of peace and…
Olina
Olina is a feminine name with Scandinavian roots, primarily used in Norway. It evolved as a diminutive form of names containing the element 'ola' or as a feminine version of Olin. The name carries…
Olivet
Place name
Mount Olivet is a mountain ridge east of and adjacent to Jerusalem's Old City. It is named for the olive groves that once covered its slopes. Several key events in the life of Jesus, as related in…
Olivetta
Italian elaboration of Olivia, Latin
"olive tree"
Olivia is one of the most popular girls' names in the western world, and Olivetta might be thought of as a diminutive or an elaboration. Fewer than five baby girls received this name in the US last…
Olivette
Feminine form of Oliver, French, Latin
"olive tree"
A feminine form of Oliver and a diminutive of Olive, Olivette could make an interesting choice for those who love Colette and Violette, but also Olivia. It was used in the 19th century French opera…