Otelia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Otelia originates from Latin, derived from the name Otho, which means wealth or fortune. It has evolved through historical forms like Otho and Otelia. The name is characterized by its uniqueness and elegance, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the early 20th century and continues to be perceived positively in modern times.
The name Otelia is most popular in Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. 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, Otelia has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Otelia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1373rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2142nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4034th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 12173rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 24966th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Otelia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Otelia"
Pronunciation
/oʊˈtiːliə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Otelia is derived from the Latin name 'Otelia', which is believed to be a feminine form of the name 'Otho', meaning wealth or fortune.
Meaning
wealth, fortune
Language Evolution
Otho, Otelia
Historical Usage
Otelia gained popularity in the early 20th century, influenced by the trend of using unique and less common names.
Variants & Derivatives
Otelie, Othelia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Otelia is seen as a unique and elegant name, often associated with strength and sophistication.
Famous People
Otelia McGhee, Otelia Youmans
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Otelia"
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 of "Otelia"
"Otelia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1373rd of 9107 | 571 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2142nd of 9204 | 287 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4034th of 12526 | 175 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 12173rd of 19264 | 27 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 24966th of 27321 | 7 |
Regional Popularity of "Otelia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Otelia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
38.50% 911th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
53.08% 1249th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
69.26% 1976th/2853 |
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| 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 of "Otelia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Otelia" 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.