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Summary

The name Otis has Greek origins, meaning 'wealthy'. It evolved from the name Oth and has been used in various forms over time. The name is often associated with positive traits such as charm and uniqueness. It has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 19th century, with notable figures like Otis Redding contributing to its fame.

The name Otis is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Otis has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Otis' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 153rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 190th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 279th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 403rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 720th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1348th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 740th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1831st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2515th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3973rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8647th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Otis' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.