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Avery vs Otto

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Avery Rank #259
Otto Rank #274

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 vs #274 for Otto.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avery or Otto more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 compared to Otto at #274 in the United States.

What do Avery and Otto mean?

Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin). Otto means "wealth, fortune, prosperity" (Old High German origin).

Are Avery and Otto boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a boy name. Otto is primarily a boy name.

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