Otfrid

Otfrid is a rare male first name in Germany and represents a short form of Otfried. The meaning of the name is often translated as "the heir of peace," "the peacefully possessing heir," or also "the one who holds possession together (encloses)."

What does the name Otfrid mean?

The name Otfrid, as a male first name, is a less common short form of Otfried. It is interpreted as "the heir of peace," "the peacefully possessing heir," or perhaps also as "the one who secures possession (encloses)." The origin of the name can be found in Old High German, and it consists of the elements ot, which means "the possession," "the inheritance," "the heir," or "the wealth," and fridu, which stands for "the peace," "the friendship," "the peacekeeper," "the protection," "the security," or "protection from violence." Another variant of the name is Ottfried. The female form is Otfriede.

Where does the name Otfrid come from?

Otfrid is a male first name whose origin lies in Old High German and carries the meaning "the heir of peace."

How do you pronounce Otfrid?

Otfrid is pronounced approximately as 'Oht-frid.'

When is the name day of Otfrid?

The name day of Otfrid is celebrated on February 25.

Popularity

In Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, there is some information about the

Famous people

• Otfrid Foerster (German neuroscientist)
• Otfrid Mittmann (American mathematician)
• Otfrid von Hanstein (German writer)
• Otfrid von Weißenburg (Old High German poet)
• Otfrid-Reinald Ehrismann (German medievalist)