What Does the Name Otis Mean
The name Otis comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Otis below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Otis Name Meaning
EnglishFrom an English surname which was derived from the medieval given name Ode, a cognate of OTTO. In America it has been used in honour of the revolutionary James Otis (1725-1783).
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