Odie

Odie is a diminutive of several names including Odell (Old Norse: od meaning 'point' + dalr meaning 'valley'), Odin (the chief Norse god, from Old Norse Oðinn, related to oðr meaning 'rage' or 'inspiration'), and Otis (Old High German: uod meaning 'wealth'). As a pet name, Odie is best known as Garfield's cheerful, slobbery, and endlessly optimistic dog companion in Jim Davis's comic strip — a name that has become synonymous with uncomplicated, joyful loyalty.

Odie is impossible to say without affection — it's a name that practically wags its tail. Best known as Garfield's eternally happy canine companion, Odie carries everything wonderful about the most uncomplicated, joyful dogs: boundless enthusiasm, a short memory for grievances, and an unshakeable conviction that everything is going to be wonderful. It suits a happy-go-lucky companion who approaches every experience with his tongue out and his tail going, and who has never once had a bad day.