Melvin vs Otis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Melvin

Boy #876 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"council friend"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#876
Total SSA Count
275
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Otis

Boy #733 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealth, fortune"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Germanic English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#733
Total SSA Count
358
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Melvin Rank #876
Otis Rank #733

Otis is more popular, ranked #733 vs #876 for Melvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Melvin or Otis more popular?

Otis is more popular, ranked #733 compared to Melvin at #876 in the United States.

What do Melvin and Otis mean?

Melvin means "council friend" (Celtic/Old English origin). Otis means "wealth, fortune" (Germanic origin).

Are Melvin and Otis boy or girl names?

Melvin is primarily a boy name. Otis is primarily a boy name.

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