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Ottis
Pronounced OH-tis /ˈoʊ.tɪs/High
Meaning: A spelling of Otis — variously 'wealth, riches' (from the Germanic Ode/Odo) and 'a son of Ode'; routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Ottis is a spelling of Otis — variously 'wealth, riches' (from the Germanic Ode/Odo) and 'a son of Ode' (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, vintage name, especially in the American South; the -tt- styling personalizes it (nickname Ode).
In the U.S. it peaked a century ago. Rare today, wealth-and-a-son-of-Ode at the root, and vintage.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Ottis mean?
Ottis spells Otis — variously 'wealth, riches' and 'a son of Ode'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Ottis?
It's said OH-tis /ˈoʊ.tɪs/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Ottis a boy or girl name?
Ottis is a boy's name.
How popular is Ottis?
Ottis is a rare name in the U.S. today.