Boy
Otto
wealth, prosperity
About Otto
Two syllables, four letters, infinite charm. Otto possesses a quirky appeal that's impossible to ignore. This palindromic treasure offers symmetry and balance, creating visual and auditory satisfaction. The name carries vintage appeal without feeling dusty, nostalgic without being dated. Otto has experienced a remarkable renaissance, moving from grandfather's attic to modern nursery with surprising ease. The repeated 'O' sounds create a playful roundness, a name that sounds friendly and approachable. There's an artistic quality here, a name for creative spirits and independent thinkers. Otto refuses to blend into the background—it's memorable precisely because it's different. Parents selecting Otto demonstrate confidence in their choices, willing to embrace uniqueness over conformity. The name works across ages and stages, equally suited to a giggly infant and a distinguished professional. Otto proves that sometimes the most interesting choices come in the smallest packages.
Popularity of the Name Otto
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #63 | ||||
| 1881 | #69 | ||||
| 1882 | #69 | ||||
| 1883 | #66 | ||||
| 1884 | #65 | ||||
| 1885 | #69 | ||||
| 1886 | #68 | ||||
| 1887 | #67 | ||||
| 1888 | #66 | ||||
| 1889 | #65 | ||||
| 1890 | #68 | ||||
| 1891 | #66 | ||||
| 1892 | #74 | ||||
| 1893 | #73 | ||||
| 1894 | #74 | ||||
| 1895 | #69 | ||||
| 1896 | #80 | ||||
| 1897 | #80 | ||||
| 1898 | #80 | ||||
| 1899 | #102 | ||||
| 1900 | #115 | ||||
| 1901 | #111 | ||||
| 1902 | #101 | ||||
| 1903 | #120 | ||||
| 1904 | #132 | ||||
| 1905 | #125 | ||||
| 1906 | #124 | ||||
| 1907 | #140 | ||||
| 1908 | #139 | ||||
| 1909 | #144 | ||||
| 1910 | #155 | ||||
| 1911 | #150 | ||||
| 1912 | #150 | ||||
| 1913 | #146 | ||||
| 1914 | #155 | ||||
| 1915 | #153 | ||||
| 1916 | #170 | ||||
| 1917 | #157 | ||||
| 1918 | #181 | ||||
| 1919 | #208 | ||||
| 1920 | #206 | ||||
| 1921 | #210 | ||||
| 1922 | #208 | ||||
| 1923 | #232 | ||||
| 1924 | #222 | ||||
| 1925 | #243 | ||||
| 1926 | #254 | ||||
| 1927 | #253 | ||||
| 1928 | #262 | ||||
| 1929 | #262 | ||||
| 1930 | #268 | ||||
| 1931 | #289 | ||||
| 1932 | #289 | ||||
| 1933 | #294 | ||||
| 1934 | #304 | ||||
| 1935 | #319 | ||||
| 1936 | #324 | ||||
| 1937 | #329 | ||||
| 1938 | #336 | ||||
| 1939 | #379 | ||||
| 1940 | #382 | ||||
| 1941 | #395 | ||||
| 1942 | #402 | ||||
| 1943 | #453 | ||||
| 1944 | #463 | ||||
| 1945 | #449 | ||||
| 1946 | #478 | ||||
| 1947 | #508 | ||||
| 1948 | #502 | ||||
| 1949 | #508 | ||||
| 1950 | #551 | ||||
| 1951 | #564 | ||||
| 1952 | #572 | ||||
| 1953 | #544 | ||||
| 1954 | #602 | ||||
| 1955 | #635 | ||||
| 1956 | #600 | ||||
| 1957 | #622 | ||||
| 1958 | #634 | ||||
| 1959 | #632 | ||||
| 1960 | #660 | ||||
| 1961 | #661 | ||||
| 1962 | #696 | ||||
| 1963 | #691 | ||||
| 1964 | #707 | ||||
| 1965 | #795 | ||||
| 1966 | #704 | ||||
| 1967 | #709 | ||||
| 1968 | #804 | ||||
| 1969 | #855 | ||||
| 1970 | #843 | ||||
| 1971 | #843 | ||||
| 1972 | #875 | ||||
| 1974 | #967 | ||||
| 2011 | #936 | #557 | |||
| 2012 | #789 | #407 | |||
| 2013 | #697 | #440 | #335 | ||
| 2014 | #630 | #356 | #363 | #590 | |
| 2015 | #544 | #275 | #381 | #884 | |
| 2016 | #526 | #313 | #363 | ||
| 2017 | #478 | #282 | #392 | #619 | |
| 2018 | #431 | #255 | #295 | #529 | #604 |
| 2019 | #429 | #254 | #244 | #734 | |
| 2020 | #389 | #221 | #259 | #636 | |
| 2021 | #335 | #186 | #244 | #392 | #496 |
| 2022 | #311 | #167 | #132 | #479 | #435 |
| 2023 | #282 | #132 | #120 | #481 | #459 |
| 2024 | #274 | #125 | #118 | #492 | #384 |
| 2025 | #277 | #124 | #163 | #411 | #358 |
| 1998 | #796 | ||||
| 2000 | #964 | ||||
| 2001 | #773 | ||||
| 2002 | #795 | ||||
| 2003 | #808 | ||||
| 2004 | #779 | ||||
| 2005 | #701 | ||||
| 2006 | #577 | ||||
| 2007 | #566 | ||||
| 2008 | #571 | ||||
| 2009 | #530 | #422 | |||
| 2010 | #431 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Otto
Names Similar to Otto
Nicknames for Otto
- Ott
- Otty
- Toto
- O
- OJ
Famous People Named Otto
| Otto von Bismarck | German statesman and Chancellor of the German Empire |
| Otto Frank | Father of Anne Frank, known for her diary during World War II |
| Otto Hahn | German chemist and Nobel laureate in chemistry |
| Otto Preminger | Austrian-American film director |
| Otto Waalkes | German comedian and actor |
| Otto Sander | German film and theater actor |
| Otto von Guericke | German inventor and physicist |
| Otto Lilienthal | German aviation pioneer |
| Otto Dix | German painter and printmaker |
| Otto Orseolo | Doge of Venice in the 10th century |
| Otto Porter Jr. | American professional basketball player |
| Otto Skorzeny | Austrian SS-Obersturmbannführer in World War II |
| Otto Graham | American football quarterback |
| Otto Rehhagel | German football coach |
| Otto Wallin | Swedish professional boxer |
| Otto Klemperer | German conductor and composer |
| Otto Höfler | Austrian philologist and medievalist |
| Otto Soglow | American cartoonist |
Characters Named Otto
| Otto Octavius | Doctor Octopus - Marvel Comics supervillain |
| Otto Mann | Character from the television show "The Simpsons" |
| Otto Rocket | Protagonist from the animated series "Rocket Power" |
| Otto Malpense | Main character from the "H.I.V.E" book series by Mark Walden |
| Otto the Bus Driver | Character from the children's book series "Busytown" by Richard Scarry |
| Otto the Auto | Animated character from the children's show "Babar" |
| Otto the Robot | Character from the movie "Wall-E" |
| Otto the Bear | Character from the children's book series "Otto and the Flying Twins" |