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Gavin 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

Gavin Rank #254
Otto Rank #274

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #274 for Otto.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gavin or Otto more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Otto at #274 in the United States.

What do Gavin and Otto mean?

Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin). Otto means "wealth, fortune, prosperity" (Old High German origin).

Are Gavin and Otto boy or girl names?

Gavin is primarily a boy name. Otto is primarily a boy name.

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