55 Distinguished Middle Names for Otto With Meanings

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Looking for middle names for Otto? Below you’ll find 55 distinguished middle names that go well with Otto.

I’m a sociological researcher with a passion for baby name trends and data. I’ve handpicked the middle names on this list to save you time on your hunt for Otto middle names.

Otto has come roaring back into fashion in the last decade. The opening and ending O’s, the name symmetry, the simplicity — Otto checks all the boxes.

The firmer ending sound of Otto makes finding a good flow with middle names a little harder. Look for names starting with vowels or softer consonants to soften the transition between the names.

Below you’ll find different style middle names to go with Otto. In addition to general boy names, you’ll find German-originating middle names to match Otto’s roots. I also include a section of O-names for those looking for alliterative full names (because let’s be real OO would be great initials).

In the end, you’ll find some gender neutral middle names to add balance to Otto’s ruggedness. The list closes with names of similar meaning to Otto.

And don’t forget to check out some of my other name lists, like these attractive first and middle name combos for boys.

Now, let’s find some middle names for your Otto.

My favorite combinations

Short on time? Here are my 10 favorite middle names for Otto

1. Otto Benedict
2. Otto Albert
3. Otto Olden
4. Otto Brennan
5. Otto Ellis
6. Otto Alaric
7. Otto Robinson
8. Otto Abbott
9. Otto Eamon
10. Otto Anthon

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Unique middle names

Now let’s turn to middle names for Otto. Up first are boy names, with a special focus on Otto middle names which are unique. I wanted to highlight names that you may not have thought of or found in your search for middle names.

Of these names, I especially like Otto Adler since the vowel-to-vowel transition gives a nice flow and it shares German roots with Otto.

German names

Next are German middle names for Otto. Otto is perhaps the most stereotypically-German name charting in the U.S. today so finding another German-influenced name is an easy way to match styles.

I think Fritz would make a fun and unique middle name for Otto. I also like the classic option, Otto Albert.

Alliterative O names

Next, here are names starting with O to pair with Otto. Alliterative middle names go well with Otto because they give instant flow. Since O is a lesser-used beginning letter for names, the initials OO would be especially cool.

I like many of the names below, but Otto Olden is a particular standout.

Gender neutral names

Otto is a decidedly masculine name, owing to its strongman namesakes like Otto von Bismarck and Otto the Great. Consider balancing out laddish Otto with a unisex middle name. Gender neutral middle names are a great way to give your baby identity flexibility in the future.

The smooth “el” sound of Ellison gives effortless flow when paired with Otto. Otto Linden also has a subtle German connection to the famous Unter den Linden boulevard in Berlin (read more about Unter den Linden from Rick Steves).

Names that mean wealthy

Finally, here are other middle names meaning wealthy like Otto. Pair Otto with one of the names below for a rich and prosperous full name.

Meaning of Otto

Otto is a German-originating name that means “wealthy” that is used as a first name and a surname. A timeless name, Otto was the name of the first monarch of the Holy Roman Empire, Otto the Great.

The name is perhaps best known for Otto von Bismarck, the unifier of Germany. But the name has come a long way from its association with calculating Otto von Bismarck (though I do love some Otto von Bismarck German unification history).

After a long hiatus out of the spotlight, likely due to World War 2 & its German connection, Otto is fully back in fashion.

Otto re-entered the U.S. top 1000 chart in 2011 and has rocketed up 600 spots in the last decade (per the Social Security Administration database). As a cool alternative to popular O-names like Oliver and Owen, I don’t expect Otto to slow down anytime soon.

Sibling names for Otto

Perhaps you’re looking for names that go well with Otto for sibling name ideas. Here are some brother names and sister names that go well with Otto.

Brother for Otto

• Oisin
• Finn
• Alaric
• Bruno
• Fritz
• Milo
• Rudy

Sister for Otto

• Olive
• Heidi
• Matilda
• Adela
• Eloise
• Eliza
• Odelia

Names similar to Otto

Lastly, if you love Otto but aren’t sure if it’s the one, here are some names similar to Otto.

• Otis
• Oscar
• Odin
• Oley
• Olin
• Odo
• Orlo
• Orso
• Oslo
• Otho

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