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Timothy vs Otto

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

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Popularity Comparison

Timothy Rank #208
Otto Rank #274

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Timothy or Otto more popular?

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

What do Timothy and Otto mean?

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

Are Timothy and Otto boy or girl names?

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

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