Odilia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Odilia is a Germanic name that means wealth in battle. It originated from elements meaning wealth and battle. The name has evolved through forms such as Otilia and Odelia. It is associated with strength and has no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly due to St. Odilia's influence in France.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Odilia"
Pronunciation
/oʊˈdɪliə/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Odilia is derived from the Germanic element 'od,' meaning wealth or fortune, combined with 'hild,' which means battle. It is often interpreted as 'wealth in battle' or 'prosperous in battle.'
Meaning
wealth, fortune, battle
Language Evolution
Odilia, Otilia, Odelia
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in regions influenced by Germanic culture. It became associated with St. Odilia, the patron saint of the Alsace region in France.
Variants & Derivatives
Otilia, Odelia, Dilia
Modern Popularity & Image
Odilia is seen as a unique and vintage name in contemporary settings. It carries a sense of strength and heritage, often appealing to those interested in historical or cultural names.
Famous People
Saint Odilia, Odilia Ximenes
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Girl Name Trend
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✨ Odilia Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 35 peak births in 1922
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Odilia"
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 "Odilia"
"Odilia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2822nd of 9107 | 182 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1994th of 9204 | 320 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2461st of 12526 | 397 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5556th of 19264 | 145 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11245th of 27321 | 77 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 18400th of 35406 | 49 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 12342nd of 30306 | 82 |
Regional Popularity of "Odilia" 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 "Odilia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
48.82% 1155th/2366 |
92.64% 1058th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
38.50% 906th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
37.43% 1068th/2853 |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
53.58% 1885th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Odilia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Odilia" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Odilia" in the United States
The name Odilia is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent 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, Odilia has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Odilia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2822nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1994th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2461st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5556th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11245th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18400th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12342nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Odilia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.