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Otto vs Ryan

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
Ryan Rank #87

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 vs #274 for Otto.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Otto or Ryan more popular?

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 compared to Otto at #274 in the United States.

What do Otto and Ryan mean?

Otto means "wealth, fortune, prosperity" (Old High German origin). Ryan means "little king" (Irish Gaelic (O'Riain) origin).

Are Otto and Ryan boy or girl names?

Otto is primarily a boy name. Ryan is primarily a boy name.

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