Alex vs Otto

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Spanish Russian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#205
Total SSA Count
1,722
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Otto

Boy #274 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealth, fortune, prosperity"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Italian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#274
Total SSA Count
1,239
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alex Rank #205
Otto Rank #274

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #274 for Otto.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alex or Otto more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Otto at #274 in the United States.

What do Alex and Otto mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Otto means "wealth, fortune, prosperity" (Old High German origin).

Are Alex and Otto boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Otto is primarily a boy name.

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