Ricky vs Otis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ricky

Boy #830 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"powerful ruler"

Origin: Old High German ric (power) + hard (brave/strong)

Cultural Roots

English Spanish Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#830
Total SSA Count
300
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Ricky Rank #830
Otis Rank #733

Otis is more popular, ranked #733 vs #830 for Ricky.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ricky or Otis more popular?

Otis is more popular, ranked #733 compared to Ricky at #830 in the United States.

What do Ricky and Otis mean?

Ricky means "powerful ruler" (Old High German ric (power) + hard (brave/strong) origin). Otis means "wealth, fortune" (Germanic origin).

Are Ricky and Otis boy or girl names?

Ricky is primarily a boy name. Otis is primarily a boy name.

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