Otilia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Otilia is a name of Latin origin meaning 'wealth' or 'fortune', evolving from the Latin 'Otto'. It has historical forms including Otilie and Ottilie, and is often associated with traits of strength and prosperity. There is no biblical relevance to the name. Otilia gained popularity in the 19th century and remains appreciated in various cultures today.
The name Otilia is most popular in Texas, 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, Otilia has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Otilia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1666th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1795th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3138th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4624th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7021st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12495th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10696th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Otilia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Otilia"
Pronunciation
/oʊˈtɪliə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Otilia is derived from the Latin name 'Otto', which means 'wealth' or 'fortune'. The feminine form Otilia has been used in various cultures over the centuries.
Meaning
wealth, fortune
Language Evolution
Otto (Latin), Otilia (Latin), Otilie (French), Otilia (Spanish)
Historical Usage
Otilia gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Europe, as a feminine form of Otto. It has been embraced in various cultures, especially in Latin-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Otilie, Ottilie, Tilly, Tilia
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Otilia is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with strength and prosperity. Its popularity has fluctuated but remains appreciated in various cultures.
Famous People
Otilia Cazimir, a notable Romanian poet, Otilia Kauffmann, a German painter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Otilia"
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 "Otilia"
"Otilia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1666th of 9107 | 422 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1795th of 9204 | 380 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3138th of 12526 | 267 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4624th of 19264 | 194 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7021st of 27321 | 169 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 12495th of 35406 | 110 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10696th of 30306 | 106 |
Regional Popularity of "Otilia" 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 "Otilia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
38.29% 906th/2366 |
68.83% 786th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
39.99% 941st/2353 |
79.96% 1237th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
47.39% 1352nd/2853 |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
83.12% 2924th/3518 |
57.37% 2320th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
49.75% 3143rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Otilia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Otilia" 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.