The baby name Otis is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈoʊ.tɪs/ (OH-tis).
Otis is English in Origin.
The baby name Otis is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈoʊ.tɪs/ (OH-tis).
Otis is English in Origin.
Otis is an English given name that began as a surname. It derives from the medieval personal name Ote/Ode - cognate with Germanic Odo and Otto - built on the element aud- meaning “wealth, fortune, prosperity.” The -s reflects the genitive (“Ode’s”), common in Middle English surnames that later turned into first names. As such, Otis carries connotations of resourcefulness and good fortune.
Used in the United States since the 19th century, Otis was reinforced in public awareness by inventor Elisha Otis of elevator fame and later by soul singer Otis Redding, giving it a sturdy yet soulful image. After a mid‑century lull, it has seen revival in the UK and US alongside other vintage choices. Variants and related forms include Odis and Ottis (English), and the cognates Otto (German/Scandinavian) and Odo; feminine counterparts include Oda and Ottilie.
| Otis Rush Otis Rush was a musician from the United States, best known for his powerful blues guitar playing and soulful voice. He gained fame with songs like 'I Can't Quit You Baby' and 'Double Trouble', which became blues standards. Born in 1935, his style influenced many future blues and rock musicians. | Madlib Otis Lee Jackson Jr., better known as Madlib, is an American DJ, record producer, and rapper best known for his inventive underground hip-hop work. He’s especially known for acclaimed projects like Madvillainy with Madvillain, Piñata with Freddie Gibbs, and Shades of Blue. | Otis Spann Otis Spann was a prominent American blues musician, best known for his work as a pianist with the Muddy Waters band. He played a key role in shaping the Chicago blues sound and recorded notable tracks like 'It Must Have Been the Devil' and 'Spann's Boogie'. |
| Otis Clay Otis Clay was a talented American musician best known for his work in the soul and gospel genres. He gained fame with songs like 'Trying to Live My Life Without You' and 'The Only Way Is Up'. His powerful voice and emotional performances left a lasting impact on the music scene. | Otis Taylor Otis Taylor is a musician from the United States, best known for his unique blend of blues, jazz, and folk music. Born in 1948, he has captivated audiences with songs like 'Ten Million Slaves' and 'Nasty Letter'. |
| Name | Last Name(s) | Mother | Mother famous for | Fame Level | Father | Father famous for | Fame Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otis | Maguire | Tobey Maguire | television actor | ★★★★★ | |||
| Otis | Sudeikis | Olivia Wilde | film director | ★★★★★ | Jason Sudeikis | television actor | ★★★★★ |
| Otis | Shinoda | Mike Shinoda | singer | ★★★★★ | |||
| Otis | Hagen | Nina Hagen | singer | ★★★★★ | |||
| Otis | Redding III | Otis Redding | singer | ★★★★★ | |||
| Otis | Ferry | Lucy Helmore | model | ★★★★★ | Bryan Ferry | musician | ★★★★★ |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | Boys | 2025 | #1 | — | 836 |
| Germany | Boys | 2025 | #1 | — | 423 |
| BW | 0 | #19 | 1 | 960 | |
| Belgium | Boys | 2024 | #32 | 199 | 401 |
| PR | 0 | #55 | 1 | 1,497 | |
| CM | 0 | #56 | 1 | 2,592 | |
| Sweden | Boys | 2022 | #73 | 139 | 1,509 |
| CN | 0 | #86 | 1 | 3,857 | |
| JM | 0 | #88 | 6 | 3,714 | |
| TW | 0 | #100 | 4 | 4,523 | |
| Switzerland | Boys | 2024 | #130 | 8 | 1,769 |
| CY | Boys | 0 | #131 | 1 | 3,473 |
| BW | Boys | 0 | #140 | 10 | 4,685 |
| JM | Boys | 0 | #158 | 124 | 6,876 |
| HU | Boys | 0 | #174 | 1 | 3,954 |
| MT | Boys | 0 | #176 | 4 | 4,064 |
| TW | Boys | 0 | #220 | 22 | 7,111 |
| MO | Boys | 0 | #229 | 6 | 5,842 |
| IR | 0 | #231 | 1 | 4,221 | |
| GH | 0 | #245 | 4 | 5,396 | |
| AO | Boys | 0 | #249 | 1 | 5,568 |
| Canada | Boys | 2024 | #257 | 50 | 2,588 |
| NG | 0 | #267 | 6 | 5,926 | |
| JM | Girls | 0 | #277 | 2 | 7,507 |
| JP | Boys | 0 | #302 | 2 | 7,909 |
| AL | Boys | 0 | #303 | 1 | 5,122 |
| CZ | Boys | 0 | #305 | 1 | 6,530 |
| SA | 0 | #312 | 1 | 10,560 | |
| GH | Boys | 0 | #322 | 24 | 8,138 |
| CN | Boys | 0 | #325 | 7 | 9,639 |
| DK | Boys | 0 | #331 | 2 | 7,401 |
| PL | Boys | 0 | #339 | 2 | 6,459 |
| HK | 0 | #357 | 1 | 8,483 | |
| MU | Girls | 0 | #362 | 1 | 8,539 |
| France | Boys | 2021 | #364 | 24 | 2,865 |
| PT | Boys | 0 | #380 | 2 | 7,951 |
| YE | 0 | #398 | 1 | 8,639 | |
| PH | Boys | 0 | #407 | 2 | 11,440 |
| EG | 0 | #412 | 1 | 6,387 | |
| PH | Girls | 0 | #429 | 1 | 13,098 |
| MX | 0 | #445 | 1 | 8,339 | |
| PT | Girls | 0 | #471 | 1 | 7,952 |
| ZA | 0 | #472 | 3 | 14,421 | |
| GT | Boys | 0 | #499 | 1 | 7,625 |
| CR | Boys | 0 | #503 | 8 | 10,188 |
| PA | Boys | 0 | #504 | 2 | 9,305 |
| HK | Boys | 0 | #510 | 18 | 12,905 |
| PA | Girls | 0 | #516 | 3 | 9,861 |
| RU | Boys | 0 | #521 | 6 | 12,621 |
| RU | Girls | 0 | #523 | 1 | 11,913 |
| CM | Boys | 0 | #524 | 27 | 12,054 |
| LY | 0 | #558 | 2 | 12,703 | |
| CM | Girls | 0 | #559 | 2 | 11,671 |
| IR | Boys | 0 | #563 | 3 | 10,162 |
| United States | Boys | 2024 | #566 | 358 | 7,044 |
| BH | 0 | #587 | 1 | 17,937 | |
| BO | Boys | 0 | #621 | 2 | 9,244 |
| AR | Girls | 0 | #630 | 1 | 8,289 |
| IL | Girls | 0 | #645 | 1 | 11,648 |
| Finland | Boys | 2026 | #670 | 13 | 3,552 |
| IQ | Boys | 0 | #697 | 1 | 13,071 |
| CL | Boys | 0 | #698 | 3 | 13,390 |
| SY | 0 | #767 | 1 | 11,684 | |
| NG | Girls | 0 | #777 | 10 | 15,093 |
| KW | Boys | 0 | #805 | 2 | 18,755 |
| TN | 0 | #865 | 1 | 13,765 | |
| NG | Boys | 0 | #882 | 70 | 16,906 |
| NL | Boys | 0 | #902 | 50 | 5,873 |
| OM | Boys | 0 | #918 | 1 | 17,948 |
| Spain | Boys | 0 | #919 | 12 | 5,610 |
| PE | Boys | 0 | #923 | 4 | 14,506 |
| EG | Boys | 0 | #925 | 1 | 15,035 |
| Germany | Boys | 0 | #932 | 21 | 5,697 |
| CO | Boys | 0 | #977 | 5 | 15,656 |
| EG | Girls | 0 | #1,009 | 1 | 14,742 |
| PE | Girls | 0 | #1,010 | 1 | 14,861 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #1,026 | 8 | 16,355 |
| CO | Girls | 0 | #1,069 | 10 | 16,140 |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #1,114 | 65 | 25,619 |
| AE | Boys | 0 | #1,142 | 2 | 22,615 |
| DZ | 0 | #1,167 | 10 | 20,130 | |
| MY | Boys | 0 | #1,181 | 2 | 25,439 |
| MA | 0 | #1,193 | 7 | 20,986 | |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,230 | 7 | 25,928 |
| TR | 0 | #1,252 | 3 | 19,440 | |
| MX | Girls | 0 | #1,264 | 4 | 17,781 |
| IT | Boys | 0 | #1,406 | 66 | 10,046 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,687 | 5 | 28,008 |
Otis is popular in 61 countries — most recent births per country:
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