Oda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Oda has its roots in the Germanic language, meaning wealth or prosperity. It evolved from Old High German through Middle High German to Modern German. The name has a historical relevance tied to nobility and strength, though it does not have biblical connections. Oda has seen usage since the medieval period and has variants that are popular in different cultures.
The name Oda is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Oda has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Oda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2486th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3442nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7067th out of 7552 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1174th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2623rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8106th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Oda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Oda"
Pronunciation
/ˈoʊdə/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Oda is derived from the Old High German word 'od' meaning 'wealth' or 'prosperity'.
Meaning
wealth, prosperity
Language Evolution
Old High German: Oda, Middle High German: Oda, Modern German: Oda
Historical Usage
The name Oda gained popularity in the early medieval period among Germanic tribes and has remained in use in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Ode, Odette, Odelia
Modern Popularity & Image
Oda is perceived as a unique and traditional name, often associated with strength and prosperity.
Famous People
Oda Nobunaga, a prominent Japanese daimyo in the 16th century., Oda Mae Brown, a fictional character in the film 'Ghost'.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Oda"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Oda"
"Oda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2486th of 7545 | 172 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3442nd of 6773 | 86 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7067th of 7552 | 7 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1174th of 9107 | 737 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2623rd of 9204 | 208 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8106th of 12526 | 32 |
Regional Popularity of "Oda" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Oda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
42.94% 1016th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Oda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Oda" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.