Boy
Otis
wealthy, prosperous
About Otis
A name experiencing remarkable revival, Otis brings vintage charm into the twenty-first century with effortless cool. This classic choice resonates with parents drawn to retro aesthetics and timeless appeal. Otis sounds strong yet gentle, serious yet playful—a rare combination that gives the name incredible versatility.
The name has literary and musical associations that add cultural depth, appealing to creative families. Short, punchy, and memorable, Otis makes a bold statement without feeling overwrought. Its simplicity is its strength, offering a refreshing contrast to elaborate modern names while maintaining contemporary relevance through its recent resurgence among style-conscious parents.
Popularity of the Name Otis
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #156 | ||||
| 1881 | #139 | ||||
| 1882 | #122 | ||||
| 1883 | #146 | ||||
| 1884 | #134 | ||||
| 1885 | #152 | ||||
| 1886 | #137 | ||||
| 1887 | #132 | ||||
| 1888 | #133 | ||||
| 1889 | #121 | ||||
| 1890 | #122 | ||||
| 1891 | #139 | ||||
| 1892 | #130 | ||||
| 1893 | #123 | ||||
| 1894 | #122 | ||||
| 1895 | #127 | ||||
| 1896 | #135 | ||||
| 1897 | #123 | ||||
| 1898 | #107 | ||||
| 1899 | #94 | ||||
| 1900 | #110 | ||||
| 1901 | #135 | ||||
| 1902 | #112 | ||||
| 1903 | #118 | ||||
| 1904 | #115 | ||||
| 1905 | #99 | ||||
| 1906 | #116 | ||||
| 1907 | #121 | ||||
| 1908 | #105 | ||||
| 1909 | #99 | ||||
| 1910 | #109 | ||||
| 1911 | #122 | ||||
| 1912 | #126 | ||||
| 1913 | #140 | ||||
| 1914 | #140 | ||||
| 1915 | #141 | ||||
| 1916 | #142 | ||||
| 1917 | #145 | ||||
| 1918 | #151 | ||||
| 1919 | #146 | ||||
| 1920 | #146 | ||||
| 1921 | #151 | ||||
| 1922 | #156 | ||||
| 1923 | #165 | ||||
| 1924 | #158 | ||||
| 1925 | #159 | ||||
| 1926 | #168 | ||||
| 1927 | #167 | ||||
| 1928 | #165 | ||||
| 1929 | #177 | ||||
| 1930 | #172 | ||||
| 1931 | #181 | ||||
| 1932 | #174 | ||||
| 1933 | #175 | ||||
| 1934 | #177 | ||||
| 1935 | #182 | ||||
| 1936 | #187 | ||||
| 1937 | #189 | ||||
| 1938 | #190 | ||||
| 1939 | #185 | ||||
| 1940 | #200 | ||||
| 1941 | #195 | ||||
| 1942 | #207 | ||||
| 1943 | #209 | ||||
| 1944 | #198 | ||||
| 1945 | #205 | ||||
| 1946 | #217 | ||||
| 1947 | #217 | ||||
| 1948 | #221 | ||||
| 1949 | #224 | ||||
| 1950 | #221 | ||||
| 1951 | #231 | ||||
| 1952 | #250 | ||||
| 1953 | #246 | ||||
| 1954 | #257 | ||||
| 1955 | #259 | ||||
| 1956 | #278 | ||||
| 1957 | #288 | ||||
| 1958 | #294 | ||||
| 1959 | #311 | ||||
| 1960 | #326 | ||||
| 1961 | #335 | ||||
| 1962 | #366 | ||||
| 1963 | #341 | ||||
| 1964 | #341 | ||||
| 1965 | #351 | ||||
| 1966 | #369 | ||||
| 1967 | #368 | ||||
| 1968 | #348 | ||||
| 1969 | #339 | ||||
| 1970 | #367 | ||||
| 1971 | #397 | ||||
| 1972 | #404 | ||||
| 1973 | #405 | ||||
| 1974 | #457 | ||||
| 1975 | #435 | ||||
| 1976 | #431 | ||||
| 1977 | #462 | ||||
| 1978 | #467 | ||||
| 1979 | #448 | ||||
| 1980 | #492 | ||||
| 1981 | #514 | ||||
| 1982 | #539 | ||||
| 1983 | #600 | ||||
| 1984 | #575 | ||||
| 1985 | #614 | ||||
| 1986 | #611 | ||||
| 1987 | #657 | ||||
| 1988 | #679 | ||||
| 1989 | #708 | ||||
| 1990 | #697 | ||||
| 1991 | #751 | ||||
| 1992 | #850 | ||||
| 1993 | #871 | ||||
| 1994 | #936 | ||||
| 2015 | #845 | #284 | #160 | #825 | #816 |
| 2016 | #752 | #244 | #172 | #675 | #540 |
| 2017 | #744 | #211 | #112 | #778 | |
| 2018 | #736 | #208 | #135 | #821 | #682 |
| 2019 | #706 | #131 | #113 | #336 | #639 |
| 2020 | #648 | #107 | #109 | #587 | #500 |
| 2021 | #647 | #84 | #88 | #369 | #432 |
| 2022 | #615 | #75 | #90 | #316 | #388 |
| 2023 | #651 | #74 | #116 | #346 | #559 |
| 2024 | #733 | #74 | #128 | #444 | #582 |
| 2025 | #652 | #78 | #122 | #481 | #621 |
| 1997 | #846 | ||||
| 1998 | #841 | ||||
| 1999 | #812 | ||||
| 2000 | #963 | ||||
| 2001 | #855 | ||||
| 2002 | #996 | ||||
| 2003 | #807 | ||||
| 2004 | #810 | #397 | |||
| 2005 | #441 | ||||
| 2006 | #496 | #281 | |||
| 2007 | #538 | #280 | |||
| 2008 | #493 | #274 | |||
| 2009 | #433 | #351 | |||
| 2010 | #405 | #264 | |||
| 2011 | #403 | #309 | |||
| 2012 | #372 | #391 | #945 | ||
| 2013 | #359 | #199 | #958 | ||
| 2014 | #304 | #198 | #861 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Otis
Names Similar to Otis
Nicknames for Otis
- Ote
- Otey
- OT
- Tis
Famous People Named Otis
| Otis Redding | Legendary American singer-songwriter |
| Otis Rush | Influential blues guitarist and singer |
| Otis Williams | Founding member of The Temptations |
| Otis Clay | Soul and gospel singer |
| Otis Anderson | Former NFL running back and Super Bowl MVP |
| Otis Thorpe | Former NBA basketball player |
| Otis Nixon | Retired MLB outfielder |
| Otis Taylor | American football wide receiver |
| Otis Sistrunk | Former NFL defensive lineman |
| Otis Spann | Renowned blues pianist |
| Otis Birdsong | Former NBA All-Star |
| Otis Livingston II | College basketball player |
| Otis Grant | Former professional boxer |
| Otis Davis | Olympic gold medalist in track and field |
| Otis Amey | Former NFL wide receiver and return specialist |
| Otis Armstrong | Former NFL running back |
| Otis Wilson | Former NFL linebacker |
| Otis Smith | executive - Former NBA player and front office executive |
| Otis Leverette | Professional mixed martial artist |
Characters Named Otis
| Otis B. Driftwood | Character in the Marx Brothers' film "A Night at the Opera" |
| Otis Campbell | Character from "The Andy Griffith Show" |
| Otis the Aardvark | Animated character from the children's show "Timon & Pumbaa" |
| Otis the Handfish | Character from the video game "The Angry Beavers" |
| Otis, the Spunky Penguin | Character from the children's book "Lost and Found" |
| Otis the Robot | Character from the TV show "The Zeta Project" |
| Otis Lort | Character from the movie "Elizabethtown" |
| Otis Hazlett, Jr. | Character from the movie "My Girl" |
| Otis "Dude" Pickett | Character from the TV show "The Ranch" |