The name Ithaca has many different interpretations. The name Ithaca is considered to be taken from a hero of mythology, Odysseus. Thus, Ithaca is said to convey 'Home of Odysseus'. This name is also thought to have Greek origin. It is supposed to be taken from the word 'ithy' which means cheerful. Thus, Ithaca could mean some one who possesses a cheerful quality. Ithaca is also considered to stem from the Greek word 'ithys' which means 'abru'.
There are other origins for Ithaca. It is also believed to possess a Phoenician origin. The Phoenician word 'utica' was altered to form Ithaca. Utica means 'colony'. This name was generally found as a place name; later it was adopted as a first name.
There are other origins for Ithaca. It is also believed to possess a Phoenician origin. The Phoenician word 'utica' was altered to form Ithaca. Utica means 'colony'. This name was generally found as a place name; later it was adopted as a first name.