Otis vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Otis

Boy #733 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealth, fortune"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Germanic English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#733
Total SSA Count
358
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ots

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Otis Rank #733
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #733 for Otis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Otis ___

  • Otis James
  • Otis Lee
  • Otis Ray
  • Otis Gray
  • Otis Dean
  • Otis Miles

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Otis

Hazel Mabel Rufus Arlo Clementine

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Otis or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Otis at #733 in the United States.

What do Otis and Theodore mean?

Otis means "wealth, fortune" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Otis and Theodore boy or girl names?

Otis is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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