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Walter 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

Walter Rank #271
Otto Rank #274

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #274 for Otto.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Walter or Otto more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Otto at #274 in the United States.

What do Walter and Otto mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Otto means "wealth, fortune, prosperity" (Old High German origin).

Are Walter and Otto boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Otto is primarily a boy name.

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