Lion of God or strength of God
Derived from the Hebrew name Othniel, it is composed of the elements 'othni' meaning strength or lion and 'el' referring to God. In the Old Testament, Othniel was the first of the Biblical Judges and a courageous warrior who delivered the Israelites from oppression.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Otniel in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The first Judge of Israel in the Hebrew Bible
Israeli politician and former member of the Knesset
Angolan professional footballer
