Gethin Odum

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Gethin Odum — dusky, swarthy
40K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Gethin Odum is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Gethin is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. From Welsh cethin, meaning 'dusky, swarthy.' Gethin ap Rhys was a 15th-century Welsh soldier and bard. The surname Odum: Bernard Odum (1932-2004), American bass guitar player Ernest J. Odum (1882-1919), American lawyer and politician Ethma Odum (1931-2009), American television personality with KALB-TV Eugene Odum (1913-2002), American ecologist George Odum (born 1993), American football player Howard T. Odum (1924–2002), American ecologist Howard W. Odum (1884-1954), American sociologist Igwegbe Odum (late 1800s-1940), Nigerian politician Jake Odum (born 1991), American basketball player and coach Joseph R. Gethin is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 40K people globally, with the highest concentration in United Kingdom. The name Gethin reached peak popularity in the 1985s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Gethin

Meaning: dusky, swarthy

Celtic

From Welsh cethin, meaning 'dusky, swarthy.' Gethin ap Rhys was a 15th-century Welsh soldier and bard.

Surname: Odum

English

Bernard Odum (1932-2004), American bass guitar player Ernest J. Odum (1882-1919), American lawyer and politician Ethma Odum (1931-2009), American television personality with KALB-TV Eugene Odum (1913-2002), American ecologist George Odum (born 1993), American football player Howard T. Odum (1924–2002), American ecologist Howard W. Odum (1884-1954), American sociologist Igwegbe Odum (late 1800s-1940), Nigerian politician Jake Odum (born 1991), American basketball player and coach Joseph R.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Gethin is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United Kingdom 100%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Gethin by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Gethin Odum

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Gethin Odum:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Gethin?
The first name Gethin originates from Celtic. From Welsh cethin, meaning 'dusky, swarthy.' Gethin ap Rhys was a 15th-century Welsh soldier and bard.
When was Gethin most popular?
The name Gethin reached its peak popularity during the 1985s.
What is the origin of the surname Odum?
The surname Odum originates from English. Bernard Odum (1932-2004), American bass guitar player Ernest J. Odum (1882-1919), American lawyer and politician Ethma Odum (1931-2009), American television personality with KALB-TV Eugene Odum (1913-2002), American ecologist George Odum (born 1993), American football player Howard T. Odum (1924–2002), American ecologist Howard W. Odum (1884-1954), American sociologist Igwegbe Odum (late 1800s-1940), Nigerian politician Jake Odum (born 1991), American basketball player and coach Joseph R.
What are the origins of the name Gethin Odum?
The name Gethin Odum combines two different traditions: the first name Gethin has Celtic roots, while the surname Odum originates from English.
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