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Colby vs Otis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Colby

Boy #582 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark man's settlement, coal-black farm"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#582
Total SSA Count
489
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Colby Rank #582
Otis Rank #733

Colby is more popular, ranked #582 vs #733 for Otis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colby or Otis more popular?

Colby is more popular, ranked #582 compared to Otis at #733 in the United States.

What do Colby and Otis mean?

Colby means "dark man's settlement, coal-black farm" (Old Norse origin). Otis means "wealth, fortune" (Germanic origin).

Are Colby and Otis boy or girl names?

Colby is primarily a boy name. Otis is primarily a boy name.

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