Find out how popular the last name Ode is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Ode.

Ode, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Ode surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ode in America

Ode is the 41501st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ode surname appeared 524 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Ode.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ode to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Ode

The surname ODE has its origins in England, tracing back to the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Old English word "od," meaning wealth or property. This suggests that the name may have initially been used to identify someone who owned a substantial amount of land or possessions.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name ODE can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of land ownership and taxation commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. This document mentions several individuals with variations of the name, including Ode, Odo, and Oda, indicating its presence in England shortly after the Norman Conquest.

During the 13th and 14th centuries, the surname ODE began to appear more frequently in various records and documents across different regions of England. For example, John Ode was a landowner in Wiltshire in the late 13th century, and Richard Ode served as a tax collector in Gloucestershire in the early 14th century.

The name ODE has also been associated with certain place names, particularly in areas where the surname was more prevalent. For instance, the village of Oadby in Leicestershire is thought to have derived its name from a combination of the Old English words "od" and "by," meaning a wealthy or prosperous settlement.

One notable individual with the surname ODE was Sir Thomas Ode, a English politician and landowner who lived during the 16th century (c. 1520-1595). He served as a Member of Parliament for Bedfordshire and was known for his involvement in local affairs and his support for the Protestant Reformation.

Another prominent figure was Sir John Ode (1570-1637), an English courtier and diplomat during the reign of King James I. He served as an ambassador to various European countries and played a significant role in negotiating treaties and maintaining diplomatic relations.

In the literary world, the poet and playwright John Ode (1688-1755) gained recognition for his works, including the popular play "The Merry Wives of Windsor," which was adapted from Shakespeare's play of the same name.

Sir William Ode (1745-1824) was a distinguished naval officer who served in the Royal Navy during the Napoleonic Wars. He played a crucial role in several naval engagements and was awarded numerous honors for his bravery and leadership.

Finally, the American artist and painter Mary Ode (1859-1924) gained recognition for her landscapes and still-life paintings, which were widely exhibited and acclaimed during her lifetime.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ode

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Ode.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Ode was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Ode has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Ode was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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