Odile Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Odile originates from Old German, meaning 'wealthy in battle.' It evolved from the historical forms Hrodhild and Otilia to its modern form. The name is associated with traits of strength and tradition and has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century due to Saint Odile's influence.
The name Odile is most popular in Louisiana, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Odile has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Odile' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1574th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3834th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7700th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 18004th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Odile' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Odile"
Pronunciation
/oʊˈdiːl/
Origin
Old German
Etymology
The name Odile is derived from the Old German name 'Hrodhild,' which means 'wealthy in battle' or 'rich battle.' It is often associated with the name of Saint Odile, the patron saint of the Alsace region in France.
Meaning
wealthy in battle
Language Evolution
Hrodhild, Otilia, Odile
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in France, due to the veneration of Saint Odile, who is credited with bringing Christianity to the region.
Variants & Derivatives
Otilia, Odilia, Odie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Odile is perceived as a unique and elegant name. It carries connotations of strength and tradition, often appreciated for its historical roots.
Famous People
Odile Bailloeul, a French artist and designer, Odile Gilbert, a renowned French hairstylist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Odile"
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 "Odile"
"Odile" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1574th of 9107 | 464 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3834th of 9204 | 103 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7700th of 12526 | 38 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Odile" 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 "Odile" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
36.81% 871st/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
58.39% 1374th/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 "Odile"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Odile" 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.