Otis vs Alvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alvin

Boy #792 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble friend, elf friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#792
Total SSA Count
316
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Otis Rank #733
Alvin Rank #792

Otis is more popular, ranked #733 vs #792 for Alvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Otis or Alvin more popular?

Otis is more popular, ranked #733 compared to Alvin at #792 in the United States.

What do Otis and Alvin mean?

Otis means "wealth, fortune" (Germanic origin). Alvin means "noble friend, elf friend" (Old English origin).

Are Otis and Alvin boy or girl names?

Otis is primarily a boy name. Alvin is primarily a boy name.

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