Ottilie

/o-TEE-lee-ah/

Old High GermanGirl

Ottilie is an Old High German girl's name pronounced /o-TEE-lee-ah/. A classic name signifying prosperity and fortune in battle.

Meaning of Ottilie

A classic name signifying prosperity and fortune in battle.

Ottilie is a feminine diminutive of the Old High German name Otto, which originates from the Germanic element 'od' meaning 'wealth', 'fortune', or 'prosperity'. In its historical context, the name was often associated with heritage and success in battle, eventually becoming a popular saint's name in medieval Europe.

Origin
Old High German
Pronunciation
/o-TEE-lee-ah/

Cultural background

While historically most popular in Germany and Austria, Ottilie has seen a significant revival in the United Kingdom and France in the 21st century. It is currently favored by parents seeking vintage, 'botanical-sounding' names with a classic European pedigree.

Variations & nicknames

  • Ottiline
  • Odilia
  • Ottilia
  • Otilie
  • Tillie
  • Ottie

Famous people named Ottilie

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Saint Odile of Alsace

    Patron saint of Alsace and the visually impaired

    Religion · 662–720

  • Ottilie von Faber-Castell

    Businesswoman who headed the Faber-Castell empire

    Business · 1877–1944

  • Ottilie Patterson

    Northern Irish blues and jazz singer

    Music · 1932–2011

  • Ottilie Metzger-Lattermann

    German operatic contralto

    Music · 1878–1943

  • Ottilie Assing

    German nineteenth-century feminist and abolitionist

    Literature · 1819–1884

  • Ottilie (Die Wahlverwandtschaften)

    Central protagonist in Goethe's novel Elective Affinities

    Literature · 1809

Frequently asked about Ottilie

What does Ottilie mean?
Ottilie means 'prosperous', 'wealthy', or 'fortune'. It is derived from the Old High German root 'od', which signifies inheritance and riches.
How do you pronounce Ottilie?
The standard British English pronunciation is OT-uh-lee. In its original German, it is typically pronounced o-TEE-lee-uh.
Is Ottilie a boy or girl name?
Ottilie is a feminine name. It is the female diminutive form of the masculine names Otto or Odo.
Is Ottilie a rare name?
While it was rare for much of the 20th century, it has recently risen in popularity in England, Wales, and Germany, though it remains uncommon in the United States.

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