Odyssey

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Greek
"story of Odysseus"

Odyssey Origin and Meaning

The name Odyssey is a boy's name meaning "story of Odysseus".

Odyssey is a rare and weighty word name — following the footsteps of Hero, Legend, and Story. Despite its literal connection to Odysseus, Homer's epic hero, Odyssey has always been slightly more common among baby girls. The word figuratively refers to a long and eventful journey.