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Odalis

Female

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Meaning, origin, history

Odalis is a feminine given name of uncertain origin. The exact etymology is not established with certainty.

Meaning of the name Odalis

The name may be related to the Germanic element ōþal, meaning heritage or inheritance, which also appears in names such as Odo and Odile. This connection is generally accepted for names of this type, though the precise development of Odalis remains unclear.

Origin of the name Odalis

The name does not appear in medieval Occitan or French sources. Its development is not documented in historical linguistic records.

History of the name Odalis

There are no reliable historical records attesting to the use of this name in medieval manuscripts, parish archives, or regional registers. It is not documented in southern European historical sources.

Variants and related forms

The most widely recognized variant is Odalie. Other related forms include Odelia and Odilia, which are generally derived from the same Germanic root.

  • Odalie
  • Odelia
  • Odilia

Cultural heritage

The name is not attested in medieval Occitan poetry or regional chronicles. It does not appear to be part of the historical cultural memory of southern France.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Odalis since 1880

Total births
2,619
Total since 1880
Peak year
1998
237 births
in 2023
18
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+9% ↗
vs previous 5 years