Otto
Otto is a boys' name of German origin meaning “Wealth, prosperity, or fortune.” It ranked #277 in the United States in 2025. A classic Germanic name from the element 'aud' meaning wealth or fortune.
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how do you pronounce Otto?
OT-oh
where does the name Otto come from?
An Old High German short form of Germanic names beginning with aud-, wealth, riches or treasure, such as Ottokar and Otmar; the same root appears as Ed- in Edgar, Edmund, Edward and Edith.
It was borne by three Holy Roman Emperors and is experiencing a strong revival as a quirky but sturdy vintage choice.
how popular is this name?
Otto has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 109 years since 1880, and fell outside it for 37. It peaked at #63 in 1880, and ranked #277 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #277 |
| 2024 | #274 |
| 2023 | #282 |
| 2022 | #311 |
| 2021 | #334 |
| 2020 | #389 |
| 2019 | #429 |
| 2018 | #431 |
| 2017 | #478 |
| 2016 | #526 |
| 1970 | #839 |
| 1960 | #657 |
| 1950 | #551 |
| 1940 | #379 |
| 1930 | #268 |
| 1920 | #206 |
| 1910 | #154 |
| 1900 | #115 |
| 1890 | #68 |
| 1880 | #63 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Otto fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Otto
Otto was the name of a 10th-century German emperor, Otto the Great.
who are famous people named Otto?
- Otto von Bismarck
- Otto Frank
what names are similar to Otto?
what names go well with Otto?
Sibling names that share Otto's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Otto
What does the name Otto mean?
Otto means “Wealth, prosperity, or fortune”.
What is the origin of the name Otto?
Otto comes from the German naming tradition.
How popular is the name Otto?
Otto ranked #277 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 1880, at #63, and it has spent 109 years in the top 1,000 since 1880.
Is Otto a boy or girl name?
Otto is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Otto?
Otto is pronounced OT-oh, with 2 syllables.
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