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Peter vs Otto

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Peter

Boy #192 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rock, stone"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Dutch Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#192
Total SSA Count
1,889
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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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

Peter Rank #192
Otto Rank #274

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #274 for Otto.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Otto more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Otto at #274 in the United States.

What do Peter and Otto mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Otto means "wealth, fortune, prosperity" (Old High German origin).

Are Peter and Otto boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Otto is primarily a boy name.

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