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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Wealth, fortune (short form of Old Germanic compound names built on the 'wealth' element)
- Origin
- Germanic
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- AH-toh
Otto is a short, sturdy name with deep Germanic roots — it began as a nickname form of longer Old Germanic names built around the idea of wealth and fortune, and that sense of prosperity carried over into the name itself. It's pronounced AH-toh, simple to say and spell, with an old-fashioned charm that feels well-worn rather than trendy.
Meaning & Origin of Otto
Meaning: Wealth, fortune (short form of Old Germanic compound names built on the 'wealth' element).
Origin: Germanic.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Otto
AH-tohIPA /ˈɑːtoʊ/
Popularity of Otto
Otto hit its highest popularity back in 1880, ranking #63 with 271 baby boys given the name that year. It's cooled since then, landing at #274 in 2024 with 1,239 babies — still in steady, if quieter, use.
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FAQ
What does the name Otto mean?
Wealth, fortune (short form of Old Germanic compound names built on the ‘wealth’ element). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Otto?
Otto is pronounced AH-toh (IPA: /ˈɑːtoʊ/).
Is Otto a popular name right now?
Otto peaked at #63 in 1880 and is ranked #274 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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