Odessa

Odessa is a feminine name with Greek origins. It is derived from the Greek word 'odysseia', meaning 'journey' or 'to travel'.

The name is thought to be inspired by the ancient Greek epic poem 'The Odyssey' by Homer, which tells the story of Odysseus' long and perilous journey home after the Trojan War.

Odessa is also the name of a city in Ukraine, which may have contributed to the name's popularity.

In recent decades, Odessa has been a moderately popular name for girls in the United States and other English-speaking countries.