Ottilie
Ottilie is a girl name of German origin meaning “Prosperous in battle”, pronounced OT-ih-lee. It ranked #2951 in the United States in 2025, given to 57 babies, and peaked at #416 in 1882. Common nicknames: Tilly, Ottie, Lottie.
How popular is Ottilie in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Ottilie mean, and where does it come from?
Ottilie is the German feminine of Otto, from the Germanic od, "wealth" or "fortune," and a relative of Odile and Odelia. Goethe gave the name to the quiet centre of Elective Affinities, and Kafka's beloved youngest sister Ottla was an Ottilie. It stood at 416th place in the United States in 1882, among German immigrant families, and then all but vanished. It is rising again now in Britain especially, where Tilly — already popular on its own — makes the long form an easy sell.
How is Ottilie used around the world?
Ottilie is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 6+ international variants.
Male FormOtto
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Ottilie?
Famous People Named Ottilie
- Ottilie Roederstein — German-Swiss painter
- Ottilie Wildermuth — German writer
- Ottla Kafka — sister of Franz Kafka, born Ottilie
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Ottilie mean?
Ottilie is a girl name of German origin meaning "Prosperous in battle." Ottilie is the German feminine of Otto, from the Germanic od, "wealth" or "fortune," and a relative of Odile and Odelia. Goethe gave the name to the quiet centre of Elective Affinities, and Kafka's beloved youngest sister Ottla was an Ottilie.
How do you pronounce Ottilie?
Ottilie is pronounced OT-ih-lee. Common variations include Ottilia, Otilia, Odile.
Is Ottilie a girl name?
Yes, Ottilie is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Tilly, Ottie, Lottie.