Otis vs Colby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Popularity Comparison

Otis Rank #733
Colby Rank #582

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Otis or Colby more popular?

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

What do Otis and Colby mean?

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

Are Otis and Colby boy or girl names?

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

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