Otto vs Calvin

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

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Popularity Comparison

Otto Rank #274
Calvin Rank #140

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 vs #274 for Otto.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Otto or Calvin more popular?

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 compared to Otto at #274 in the United States.

What do Otto and Calvin mean?

Otto means "wealth, fortune, prosperity" (Old High German origin). Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin).

Are Otto and Calvin boy or girl names?

Otto is primarily a boy name. Calvin is primarily a boy name.

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