The baby name Otto is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced EN (US/UK): /ˈɑːtoʊ/ or /ˈɒtəʊ/ (OT-toe); DE: /ˈɔto/ (AW-to).
Otto is Germanic in Origin.
The baby name Otto is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced EN (US/UK): /ˈɑːtoʊ/ or /ˈɒtəʊ/ (OT-toe); DE: /ˈɔto/ (AW-to).
Otto is Germanic in Origin.
Otto is a compact Germanic name from Old High German Audo/Odo, rooted in Proto-Germanic *audą, “wealth, fortune, prosperity.” It began as a hypocoristic of longer dithematic names starting with Od-/Ot-/Aud- (such as Odoacer and Odalric), before stabilizing as an independent given name. The spelling with double t reflects standard German orthography; pronunciation typically remains two syllables: OT-oh.
The name’s prestige was cemented by the 10th-century Ottonian dynasty - Holy Roman Emperors Otto I, II, and III - and it remained common across German-speaking and Scandinavian regions. Notable later bearers include King Otto of Greece and physicist Otto Hahn. International variants and cognates include Odo, Otho/Othon (English/French), Otón (Spanish), Ottone (Italian), Otton (Polish), Ottó (Hungarian), and Oto (Slovene, Slovak, Croatian). Related feminine forms are Ottilie and Odile. In many countries Otto has enjoyed a modern revival, appreciated for its vintage charm and strong, auspicious meaning.
| Otto of Greece Otto of Greece was the first modern King of Greece, ascending to the throne in 1832 after the Greek War of Independence. He was born in 1815 in the Kingdom of Bavaria and ruled until 1862. Otto's reign was marked by efforts to establish a stable government and promote economic development, although his rule faced challenges due to political unrest and opposition from Greek nationalists. | Otto IV, Holy Roman Emperor Otto IV was a significant figure in medieval European history, known for being the Holy Roman Emperor from 1209 to 1215. He was involved in the power struggles of the time, including conflicts with the papacy and other European monarchs. His reign was marked by attempts to consolidate imperial power in Germany and Italy. | Otto Sander Otto Sander was a German actor best known for his role as the angel Cassiel in the film Wings of Desire. He also appeared in the sequel, Faraway, So Close!, and lent his voice to the character of the narrator in the German version of The NeverEnding Story. Sander's deep voice and distinctive presence made him a memorable figure in German cinema. |
| Otto Preminger Otto Preminger was a prominent film director and producer, best known for his work in the mid-20th century. He directed classics like 'Laura' and 'Anatomy of a Murder', which showcased his talent for creating gripping narratives. His films often pushed boundaries and explored controversial themes. | Ottokar I of Bohemia Ottokar I of Bohemia was a significant medieval ruler who became the first King of Bohemia in 1198. He is most famous for establishing the Přemyslid dynasty's power and securing the hereditary royal title for Bohemia. His reign marked a period of political stability and economic growth in the region. | Otto V or III, Duke of Bavaria Otto III, Duke of Bavaria, was a notable historical figure known for his role as Duke of Bavaria and his involvement in the politics of Hungary during the late 13th century. Born in 1261, he played a significant part in the dynastic struggles of his time. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | Boys | 2025 | #1 | — | 423 |
| Ireland | Boys | 2025 | #1 | — | 836 |
| BI | 0 | #12 | 1 | 425 | |
| Sweden | Boys | 2022 | #14 | 469 | 1,509 |
| BW | 0 | #18 | 2 | 960 | |
| NA | 0 | #27 | 7 | 2,537 | |
| SV | Boys | 0 | #28 | 1 | 352 |
| ID | 0 | #39 | 1 | 2,238 | |
| NL | Boys | 2014 | #46 | 27 | 79 |
| MO | 0 | #52 | 1 | 2,706 | |
| AL | 0 | #76 | 1 | 2,372 | |
| AO | 0 | #77 | 1 | 2,729 | |
| Finland | Boys | 0 | #78 | 1,472 | 2,041 |
| Finland | Boys | 2026 | #80 | 8,035 | 3,552 |
| MD | Boys | 0 | #81 | 1 | 756 |
| CN | 0 | #85 | 2 | 3,857 | |
| Norway | Boys | 2025 | #88 | 52 | 444 |
| MD | Girls | 0 | #92 | 1 | 865 |
| TW | 0 | #100 | 4 | 4,523 | |
| ID | Girls | 0 | #102 | 1 | 3,319 |
| QA | 0 | #106 | 1 | 7,011 | |
| GE | Boys | 0 | #108 | 3 | 2,055 |
| EE | Boys | 0 | #110 | 16 | 2,087 |
| GT | Boys | 0 | #110 | 1,072 | 7,625 |
| HU | 0 | #113 | 3 | 1,675 | |
| EC | 0 | #121 | 1 | 2,502 | |
| Austria | Boys | 0 | #125 | 679 | 2,180 |
| Switzerland | Boys | 2024 | #126 | 12 | 1,769 |
| NA | Boys | 0 | #128 | 113 | 6,830 |
| ID | Boys | 0 | #130 | 6 | 4,130 |
| Belgium | Boys | 2024 | #131 | 58 | 401 |
| CY | Boys | 0 | #131 | 1 | 3,473 |
| HU | Boys | 0 | #135 | 41 | 3,954 |
| BW | Boys | 0 | #137 | 13 | 4,685 |
| PA | 0 | #138 | 1 | 3,797 | |
| BN | Boys | 0 | #139 | 1 | 6,332 |
| CZ | Boys | 0 | #140 | 238 | 6,530 |
| LT | Boys | 0 | #149 | 3 | 2,166 |
| BW | Girls | 0 | #150 | 2 | 4,216 |
| RS | Boys | 0 | #154 | 1 | 2,277 |
| Finland | 0 | #157 | 189 | 830 | |
| CR | 0 | #160 | 6 | 5,526 | |
| CZ | 0 | #167 | 19 | 3,154 | |
| PR | Boys | 0 | #171 | 8 | 2,508 |
| GT | 0 | #179 | 140 | 5,948 | |
| MT | Boys | 0 | #179 | 1 | 4,064 |
| UY | 0 | #180 | 3 | 2,477 | |
| HR | 0 | #181 | 1 | 2,081 | |
| AE | 0 | #187 | 1 | 10,220 | |
| LU | Girls | 0 | #190 | 1 | 4,850 |
| Austria | 0 | #191 | 23 | 850 | |
| DK | 0 | #200 | 7 | 5,198 | |
| LU | Boys | 0 | #207 | 12 | 4,970 |
| SI | Boys | 0 | #209 | 3 | 3,402 |
| IR | 0 | #210 | 20 | 4,221 | |
| TW | Boys | 0 | #211 | 31 | 7,111 |
| DK | Boys | 0 | #218 | 109 | 7,401 |
| EC | Boys | 0 | #220 | 20 | 3,322 |
| Canada | Boys | 2024 | #221 | 88 | 2,588 |
| MO | Boys | 0 | #226 | 9 | 5,842 |
| NA | Girls | 0 | #234 | 4 | 7,146 |
| HR | Boys | 0 | #241 | 18 | 3,997 |
| AO | Boys | 0 | #248 | 2 | 5,568 |
| GH | 0 | #248 | 1 | 5,396 | |
| JP | Girls | 0 | #250 | 2 | 6,592 |
| United States | Boys | 2024 | #255 | 1,239 | 7,044 |
| EC | Girls | 0 | #258 | 1 | 3,650 |
| MO | Girls | 0 | #263 | 1 | 7,056 |
| GR | Boys | 0 | #268 | 6 | 6,912 |
| Germany | Boys | 0 | #269 | 1,430 | 5,697 |
| NG | 0 | #272 | 1 | 5,926 | |
| SG | 0 | #281 | 2 | 11,010 | |
| KZ | Boys | 0 | #289 | 8 | 6,578 |
| JM | Boys | 0 | #292 | 2 | 6,876 |
| PE | 0 | #296 | 15 | 6,350 | |
| CN | Boys | 0 | #298 | 22 | 9,639 |
| JP | Boys | 0 | #301 | 3 | 7,909 |
| AL | Boys | 0 | #302 | 2 | 5,122 |
| SA | 0 | #311 | 2 | 10,560 | |
| PL | Boys | 0 | #324 | 12 | 6,459 |
| CR | Boys | 0 | #327 | 174 | 10,188 |
| HK | 0 | #331 | 18 | 8,483 | |
| BR | 0 | #336 | 10 | 5,969 | |
| NL | 0 | #336 | 56 | 2,481 | |
| CZ | Girls | 0 | #351 | 1 | 5,378 |
| NL | Boys | 0 | #351 | 997 | 5,873 |
| IR | Boys | 0 | #353 | 225 | 10,162 |
| MY | 0 | #354 | 1 | 12,352 | |
| HK | Boys | 0 | #356 | 184 | 12,905 |
| PT | Boys | 0 | #357 | 11 | 7,951 |
| UY | Boys | 0 | #363 | 37 | 5,922 |
| France | Boys | 2021 | #365 | 23 | 2,865 |
| Germany | 0 | #365 | 74 | 2,542 | |
| MU | Boys | 0 | #367 | 3 | 8,477 |
| JO | Boys | 0 | #389 | 1 | 7,057 |
| MX | 0 | #397 | 17 | 8,339 | |
| CL | 0 | #399 | 13 | 6,867 | |
| ZA | 0 | #401 | 47 | 14,421 | |
| BO | 0 | #403 | 6 | 6,868 | |
| PH | Boys | 0 | #403 | 6 | 11,440 |
| EG | 0 | #409 | 4 | 6,387 | |
| AR | Boys | 0 | #418 | 50 | 7,628 |
| PA | Boys | 0 | #419 | 63 | 9,305 |
| CO | 0 | #431 | 50 | 7,768 | |
| Spain | 0 | #440 | 13 | 2,326 | |
| RU | Boys | 0 | #446 | 60 | 12,621 |
| CO | Boys | 0 | #450 | 662 | 15,656 |
| SD | Boys | 0 | #460 | 7 | 10,523 |
| GT | Girls | 0 | #494 | 12 | 7,500 |
| CM | Boys | 0 | #498 | 53 | 12,054 |
| PA | Girls | 0 | #518 | 1 | 9,861 |
| RU | Girls | 0 | #521 | 3 | 11,913 |
| BO | Boys | 0 | #525 | 68 | 9,244 |
| IQ | Girls | 0 | #525 | 1 | 11,303 |
| UY | Girls | 0 | #535 | 2 | 6,731 |
| IR | Girls | 0 | #545 | 1 | 8,334 |
| CM | Girls | 0 | #557 | 4 | 11,671 |
| PS | Boys | 0 | #557 | 5 | 10,655 |
| CL | Boys | 0 | #564 | 102 | 13,390 |
| CR | Girls | 0 | #573 | 1 | 11,342 |
| PE | Boys | 0 | #577 | 346 | 14,506 |
| BD | Boys | 0 | #604 | 2 | 10,045 |
| IL | Boys | 0 | #620 | 6 | 10,983 |
| AR | Girls | 0 | #629 | 2 | 8,289 |
| BR | Boys | 0 | #631 | 122 | 12,213 |
| SG | Girls | 0 | #632 | 1 | 18,916 |
| HK | Girls | 0 | #645 | 6 | 16,104 |
| BO | Girls | 0 | #651 | 1 | 9,488 |
| SG | Boys | 0 | #676 | 22 | 17,960 |
| IT | 0 | #678 | 37 | 4,183 | |
| IQ | Boys | 0 | #695 | 3 | 13,071 |
| QA | Boys | 0 | #737 | 7 | 18,093 |
| SY | 0 | #765 | 3 | 11,684 | |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #766 | 457 | 25,619 |
| Spain | Boys | 0 | #770 | 162 | 5,610 |
| Germany | Girls | 0 | #792 | 47 | 4,949 |
| KW | Boys | 0 | #803 | 4 | 18,755 |
| NG | Girls | 0 | #818 | 9 | 15,093 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #829 | 155 | 16,355 |
| TN | 0 | #859 | 7 | 13,765 | |
| EG | Boys | 0 | #876 | 11 | 15,035 |
| NG | Boys | 0 | #903 | 49 | 16,906 |
| CL | Girls | 0 | #915 | 1 | 14,098 |
| OM | Boys | 0 | #916 | 3 | 17,948 |
| IT | Boys | 0 | #924 | 579 | 10,046 |
| BR | Girls | 0 | #992 | 1 | 12,708 |
| EG | Girls | 0 | #1,008 | 2 | 14,742 |
| PE | Girls | 0 | #1,008 | 3 | 14,861 |
| SA | Girls | 0 | #1,013 | 2 | 25,931 |
| IN | Boys | 0 | #1,037 | 3 | 16,750 |
| MY | Girls | 0 | #1,071 | 2 | 24,821 |
| MY | Boys | 0 | #1,071 | 41 | 25,439 |
| MA | 0 | #1,108 | 21 | 20,986 | |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,120 | 22 | 25,928 |
| AE | Boys | 0 | #1,138 | 6 | 22,615 |
| CO | Girls | 0 | #1,148 | 5 | 16,140 |
| DZ | 0 | #1,162 | 15 | 20,130 | |
| TR | 0 | #1,194 | 18 | 19,440 | |
| IT | Girls | 0 | #1,412 | 35 | 9,415 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,605 | 10 | 28,008 |
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