Odilon

Q: What is the origin of Odilon?

Odilon is of French origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Odilon a boy name?

Odilon is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Wealth; Fortune"

Odilon is a French form from Germanic roots associated with wealth, known historically through medieval monastic figures.

Themes:wealthfortunesaintmedievalmasculine

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Popularity History of Odilon

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#13642Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Odilon did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Odilon Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Odilon.

7 ideas

odiy

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odil

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ilon

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lony

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iloy

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Odilon mean?

Odilon means "Wealth; Fortune". Odilon is a French form from Germanic roots associated with wealth, known historically through medieval monastic figures

What is the origin of Odilon?

Odilon is of French origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Odilon?

According to the latest SSA data, Odilon is currently ranked #13642 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Odilon a boy name?

Odilon is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Odilon?

Popular nicknames for Odilon include odiy, odil, ilon, lony, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Odilon?

There are many names similar to Odilon in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginFrench, Germanic

Syllables3

Length6 letters

US Rank#13642

Trend→ Stable

Starts withO

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Antoine Armand Antwan Adrien Antwon

Sisters

Annette Antoinette Adrienne Aimee Angelique

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