Odetta
o-detta, od(et)-ta
Popularity:
27537
Origin:
German
Other Origin(s):
French
Meaning:
Wealthy
Odetta is a girl’s name of French and German origin, meaning “wealthy.” It’s a form of Odette, itself a French form of the German name Oda, which is the feminine form of Otta. Odette was made famous by the main character of Tchaikovsky’s ballet Swan Lake, while Odetta is most commonly associated with the American singer Odetta Holmes. Whichever variant you prefer, this name’s elegance and musical connotations make it a lovely choice for baby.