Othniel Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationoth-NEEL / ˈɔθ.ni.əlHebrew
Meaning
God is my strength
Historical & Cultural Background
Othniel is a name of Hebrew origin, found in the Old Testament of the Bible. He is recognized as the first judge of Israel, leading the Israelites to victory against their enemies. The name reflects themes of strength and divine support, which are significant in Hebrew culture. Othniel's story emphasizes leadership and faithfulness.
Trend Summary
Othniel is a rare name in the United States, with limited popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Othniel
- Othnielus
International Variants
- Otniel (Spanish)
- Othniel (English)
Famous people named Othniel
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Othniel was first seen in the United States in 1924. Othniel has ranked as high as #1315 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in Texas, New York, California, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Othniel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Othniel (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 37 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 44 |
| 2018 | 64 |
| 2019 | 56 |
| 2020 | 38 |
| 2021 | 42 |
| 2022 | 33 |
| 2023 | 36 |
| 2024 | 30 |