Otto vs Spencer

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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Spencer

Boy #388 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dispenser of provisions, household steward"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#388
Total SSA Count
840
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Otto Rank #274
Spencer Rank #388

Otto is more popular, ranked #274 vs #388 for Spencer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Otto or Spencer more popular?

Otto is more popular, ranked #274 compared to Spencer at #388 in the United States.

What do Otto and Spencer mean?

Otto means "wealth, fortune, prosperity" (Old High German origin). Spencer means "dispenser of provisions, household steward" (Old French origin).

Are Otto and Spencer boy or girl names?

Otto is primarily a boy name. Spencer is primarily a boy name.

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