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Otis vs Nelson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nelson

Boy #778 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Neil, son of the champion"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#778
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Otis Rank #733
Nelson Rank #778

Otis is more popular, ranked #733 vs #778 for Nelson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Otis or Nelson more popular?

Otis is more popular, ranked #733 compared to Nelson at #778 in the United States.

What do Otis and Nelson mean?

Otis means "wealth, fortune" (Germanic origin). Nelson means "son of Neil, son of the champion" (English origin).

Are Otis and Nelson boy or girl names?

Otis is primarily a boy name. Nelson is primarily a boy name.

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