Otis

Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
61,540 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1920 Peak Popularity Year
1,056 Peak Births

Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Otis has Greek origins, meaning 'wealthy'. It evolved from the name Oth and has been used in various forms over time. The name is often associated with positive traits such as charm and uniqueness. It has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 19th century, with notable figures like Otis Redding contributing to its fame.

Etymology & Cultural Background

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Pronunciation

/ˈoʊtɪs/

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Origin

Greek

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Etymology

The name Otis is derived from the Greek name 'Oth' which means 'wealthy'. It has been used as a surname and a given name.

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Meaning

wealthy

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Language Evolution

Oth, Othos, Otis

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Historical Usage

The name Otis gained popularity in the United States during the 19th century, particularly as a first name for boys.

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Variants & Derivatives

Odie, Otto

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Otis is perceived as a classic and somewhat vintage name, often associated with charm and uniqueness.

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Famous People

Otis Redding, Otis Spunkmeyer

📊 Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Rising
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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Key Insights

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 1,056 peak births in 1920

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 48 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Alternative Spellings & Similar Sounds (2 Variations)

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Historical Birth Statistics

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History

Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 153rd of 7545 16,389
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 190th of 6773 13,477
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 279th of 7552 13,217
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 403rd of 10718 6,184
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 720th of 16616 3,009
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 1348th of 24088 1,775
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 740th of 23106 4,035
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 1831st of 9107 369
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 2515th of 9204 223
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 3973rd of 12526 180
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 8647th of 19264 64

Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
15.54%
220th/1416
30.02%
414th/1379
3.85%
91st/2366
35.38%
404th/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
17.92%
277th/1546
24.81%
386th/1556
5.06%
119th/2353
29.15%
451st/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
14.95%
333rd/2227
17.12%
416th/2430
6.62%
189th/2853
19.32%
536th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
14.37%
422nd/2937
14.27%
497th/3483
8.53%
300th/3518
15.75%
637th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
17.75%
654th/3685
20.89%
935th/4475
11.59%
602nd/5194
16.38%
1035th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
30.07%
1378th/4582
32.22%
1664th/5164
18.57%
1358th/7313
17.92%
1337th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
16.27%
648th/3984
15.13%
679th/4487
15.16%
1034th/6822
9.56%
600th/6276

Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - 57.78%
1367th/2366
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 86.40%
2033rd/2353
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity

This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States

This name shows strongest popularity in Mississippi across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 153rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 190th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 279th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 403rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 720th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1348th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 740th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1831st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2515th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3973rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8647th out of 19264 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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