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Otto vs Gavin

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

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Otto Rank #274
Gavin Rank #254

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #274 for Otto.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Otto or Gavin more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Otto at #274 in the United States.

What do Otto and Gavin mean?

Otto means "wealth, fortune, prosperity" (Old High German origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Otto and Gavin boy or girl names?

Otto is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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