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Name Origin

Udo is a masculine given name of German origin, meaning 'prosperity' or 'wealth'.

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Famous People

Udo Kier (1944-)

Actor

  • Known for his roles in independent and arthouse films.
  • Appeared in films by directors like Lars von Trier and Gus Van Sant.

Udo Jürgens (1934-2014)

Singer-Songwriter, Actor

  • Represented Austria in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1965.
  • Became a popular Schlager singer with numerous hits.
  • Had a successful acting career in German films and television.

Udo Dirkschneider (1952-)

Heavy metal vocalist

  • Known for his powerful vocal range and distinctive style.
  • Fronted the influential heavy metal band Accept.

Similar Names

Uto

Sibling Names

Lio

Both UDO and Lio have a short, strong sound with a similar international feel. They also share a minimalist aesthetic.

Renn

Renn has a similar brevity and clean sound to Udo, creating a balanced sibling pair. Both names are uncommon yet memorable.

Kira

While different in style, Kira shares Udo's unique quality. It's distinctive without being overly elaborate, complementing Udo's simplicity.