Russ vs Ottis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Russ

Boy #6,505 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"red-haired, ruddy complexion"

Origin: Old French/Norman

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,505
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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Ottis

Boy #6,337 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Wealthy, prosperous warrior"

Origin: Old Germanic 'aud' (wealth) + warrior suffix

Cultural Roots

American English Germanic African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,337
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Russ Rank #6,505
Ottis Rank #6,337

Ottis is more popular, ranked #6337 vs #6505 for Russ.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Russ or Ottis more popular?

Ottis is more popular, ranked #6337 compared to Russ at #6505 in the United States.

What do Russ and Ottis mean?

Russ means "red-haired, ruddy complexion" (Old French/Norman origin). Ottis means "Wealthy, prosperous warrior" (Old Germanic 'aud' (wealth) + warrior suffix origin).

Are Russ and Ottis boy or girl names?

Russ is primarily a boy name. Ottis is primarily a boy name.

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