Otillia Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: oh-TIL-ee-uh /oʊˈtɪl.i.ə/
Origin: German; Latin
Meaning: German: prosperous in battle; Latin: wealthy
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Otillia has its roots in the Germanic elements "od" meaning "wealth" or "fortune" and "hild" meaning "battle". This etymology reflects a combination of attributes that were highly valued in early Germanic societies.
The name is believed to have evolved from the Old High German name "Odilia", which was later Latinized as "Odilia" in medieval texts. The transition into English likely occurred through the influence of Norman French, particularly following the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, when many Germanic names were adapted into the English language.
Historically, Otillia is often associated with Saint Odilia, a 7th-century figure who is venerated in parts of Europe, particularly in Alsace, France. According to legend, she was born blind and miraculously regained her sight upon baptism.
Her life and subsequent canonization contributed to the name's popularity in medieval Christian contexts, as many parents named their daughters after her in hopes of invoking her virtues. The name appears in various forms across different cultures, including "Odile" in French and "Odilia" in Latin texts, which further solidified its presence in European naming traditions.
Culturally, Otillia has been linked to themes of strength and resilience, reflecting the dual meanings of its components. The name has often been embraced in literature and folklore, symbolizing a noble lineage or a warrior spirit.
In some traditions, diminutive forms such as "Tilly" have emerged, providing a more affectionate or informal variant while retaining the original's essence. The enduring nature of the name Otillia can be attributed to its rich historical background and the positive connotations associated with its meanings.
Famous people named Otillia
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Otillia K. K. is a mathematician best known for her work in algebraic topology and homotopy theory.
Otillia K. is a poet best known for her contributions to contemporary literature and her published collections.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Otillia was first seen in the United States in 1888.
Otillia has ranked as high as #1669 nationally, which occurred in 1895, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Otillia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Otillia is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Otillia was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Otillia.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 8 | 8 |
| 2023 | 6 | 6 |
| 2022 | 7 | 7 |
| 2021 | 6 | 6 |
| 2019 | 7 | 7 |
| 1926 | 6 | 6 |
| 1924 | 6 | 6 |
| 1923 | 7 | 7 |
| 1921 | 7 | 7 |
| 1920 | 5 | 5 |
| 1916 | 8 | 8 |
| 1914 | 5 | 5 |
| 1913 | 8 | 8 |
| 1912 | 9 | 9 |
| 1911 | 6 | 6 |
| 1909 | 5 | 5 |
| 1903 | 5 | 5 |
| 1900 | 8 | 8 |
| 1896 | 7 | 7 |
| 1895 | 10 | 10 |
| 1894 | 9 | 9 |
| 1891 | 5 | 5 |
| 1889 | 5 | 5 |
| 1888 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Otillia
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
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