Cole 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

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Popularity Comparison

Cole Rank #162
Otto Rank #274

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 vs #274 for Otto.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cole or Otto more popular?

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 compared to Otto at #274 in the United States.

What do Cole and Otto mean?

Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin). Otto means "wealth, fortune, prosperity" (Old High German origin).

Are Cole and Otto boy or girl names?

Cole is primarily a boy name. Otto is primarily a boy name.

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