Odile
Meaning of Odile
Originating from French, the name Odile is a beautiful and feminine choice for a baby girl. Pronounced as oh-DEEL, it has an elegant and sophisticated sound. One of the variations of this name is Odilia. Though not very common in recent years, Odile has been used in the United States since at least the late 19th century. It reached its peak popularity in the 1960s when it was ranked as high as 5th most popular name for girls. The name Odile carries with it a sense of grace and charm, making it a timeless choice for parents looking for a unique and classic name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as oh-DEEL (/o.di:l/)
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Notable People Named Odile
| Odile Decq is a French architect, urban planner, and academic known for her goth appearance and style, as well as being the founder of Studio Odile Decq and the Confluence Institute. |
| Odile Hembise Fanton d'Andon - Odile Hembise Fanton d’Andon is a French environmental researcher and CEO of ACRI-ST, recognized for her contributions to understanding and monitoring the Earth's environment. |
| Odile Benyahia-Kouider is a journalist and author, known for her contributions to the French weekly Le Nouvel Observateur. |
| Odile Jacob is a French publisher and trained scientist known for founding Les Éditions Odile Jacob and her research on the brain, mind, and thought. |
| Odile Bailleux is a renowned French harpsichordist and organist. |
| Odile Bain was a French parasitologist. |
| Odile van Aanholt is a Dutch sailor and the 2021 49er FX World Champion. |
| Odile Eisenstein is a renowned theoretical chemist specializing in transition metals and lanthanide complexes, holding prestigious positions at institutions in France and Norway, and being the first female elect of the French Academy of Sciences. |
