Russell vs Otto

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Russell

Boy #368 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red-haired, little red one"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#368
Total SSA Count
892
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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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

Russell Rank #368
Otto Rank #274

Otto is more popular, ranked #274 vs #368 for Russell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Russell or Otto more popular?

Otto is more popular, ranked #274 compared to Russell at #368 in the United States.

What do Russell and Otto mean?

Russell means "red-haired, little red one" (Old French origin). Otto means "wealth, fortune, prosperity" (Old High German origin).

Are Russell and Otto boy or girl names?

Russell is primarily a boy name. Otto is primarily a boy name.

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