Otto vs Timothy

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

Popularity Comparison

Otto Rank #274
Timothy Rank #208

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 vs #274 for Otto.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Otto or Timothy more popular?

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 compared to Otto at #274 in the United States.

What do Otto and Timothy mean?

Otto means "wealth, fortune, prosperity" (Old High German origin). Timothy means "honoring God" (Greek origin).

Are Otto and Timothy boy or girl names?

Otto is primarily a boy name. Timothy is primarily a boy name.

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