Boy Name · Germanic Origin
Otho
Considering Otho? It is a boy name whose meaning is "Wealth, fortune", rooted in Germanic naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Otto.
Otho meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Wealth, fortune
Origin: Germanic naming roots help connect Otho to related Germanic baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Otho as O·T·H·O, with 4 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Otho is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Otho variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Othoa, Othoe, Othoy.
- Nicknames: Otho works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Otho with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Otho middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Otto, Oda, Ouida, Otis, Odis — full picks on the sibling names for Otho guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Otho? Browse our names like Otho guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Otho
What does the name Otho mean?
Otho means "Wealth, fortune" and is of Germanic origin.
What is the origin of Otho?
Otho originates in Germanic naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Otho?
Otho has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Otho a boy's or girl's name?
Otho is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Otho in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Otho sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Otho?
Names that share Otho's sound and style include Otto, Oda, Ouida, Otis, Odis.
What middle names pair well with Otho?
Good middle-name fits for Otho pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Otho is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Otho is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Otho?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Otho share its rhythm without rhyming — Otto, Oda, Ouida all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.