Wealthy or prosperous
Derived from the Germanic name Otto, Otis originally functioned as an English surname before becoming a popular given name. It signifies wealth, fortune, and prosperity, rooted in the Old High German word 'od'.
About 422 boys were named Otis in 2025.
Legendary soul singer known as the 'King of Soul'
Main protagonist and amateur therapist · Sex Education
NBA All-Star and champion
Antagonist in the Firefly film trilogy · House of 1000 Corpses
The town drunk of Mayberry · The Andy Griffith Show
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Otis — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
