Othmar Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationOth-mar / ˈoːtmaʁGerman; Old High German
Meaning
wealthy; fortune
Historical & Cultural Background
Othmar is a name of Germanic origin, derived from the elements 'od' meaning wealth and 'mar' meaning famous. It has historical roots in the German-speaking regions of Europe. The name has been used since the Middle Ages and has connections to various saints and historical figures.
Trend Summary
The name Othmar has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Othmer
International Variants
- Otmár (Czech)
- Otmara (Slovak)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Othmar was first seen in the United States in 1912. Othmar has ranked as high as #821 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Indiana, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Othmar has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Othmar (1921)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IN | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 19 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 14 |
| 1920 | 11 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 12 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1932 | 10 |