Ottilie

Ottilie is considered a Germanized form of the Latinized name Odilie, which in turn can be seen as a diminutive of Oda or, nowadays, more commonly Ute.

What does the name Ottilie mean?

Ottilie is considered a Germanized form of the Latinized name Odilie, which in turn can be seen as a diminutive of Oda or, nowadays, more commonly Ute. Translated, the female first name means 'the owner', 'the wealthy one', and also 'the heiress'. The origin of Ottilie lies in the Old High German language. The girl's name is derived from the Old High German expression ot, which means 'the possession', 'the inheritance', 'the heritage', and 'the wealth'. The first name became particularly widespread in the 17th century through the literary character Ottilie, who appears in Goethe's novel 'Elective Affinities'. Furthermore, notable bearers of the name include Ottilie von Goethe (the poet's daughter-in-law) and Ottilie Baader (a famous German labor leader). Phonetically similar forms include Odilia, Otilia, Otilie, and Ottilia. Other variants are Uota, Uoda, Uda, Ude, Uta, Utta, Odette, Odina, Odine, Odelia, Odilla, Otylia, Othona, and also Okka. Male forms include Otto or Udo, for example.

Where does the name Ottilie come from?

The etymology of Ottilie is a female first name of Old High German origin with meanings such as 'the wealthy one' or 'the owner' and others. Old High German

How do you pronounce Ottilie?

Sound & pronunciation of Ottilie: The name Ottilie is three syllables and softly rhythmized. In German pronunciation, it is usually spoken as 'Ot-ti-lie' [ˈɔtili̯ə], starting with a rounded O sound that conveys fullness. The double T consonance provides structure in the middle part. Ottilie thus appears classic and charming - tradition-bound, yet light and friendly in sound.

When is the name day of Ottilie?

The name day of Ottilie is on July 18 and December 13.

Popularity

Ottilie is a very popular first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 1,107th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2016 at 986th place. In the last ten years, Ottilie has been given as a first name about 260 times, placing it 1,336th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,447th.

Nicknames & pet names

Lilie / Lilli / Ott / Otti / Ottifant / Thiele / Thilchen / Tilda / Tilla / Tille / Tilli

Similar first names

Famous people

• Ottilie Amthauer (German writer)
• Ottilie Arndt (German writer)
• Ottilie Assing (German writer)
• Ottilie Bach (German writer)
• Ottilie Bayer (writer from Germany)
• Ottilie Bercht (German writer)
• Ottilie Ehlers-Kollwitz (German painter)
• Ottilie Genee (German actress)
• Ottilie Gerhäuser-Saint-Georges (German actress)
• Ottilie Godeffroy (Austrian actress)
• Ottilie Graszl (table tennis player from Austria)
• Ottilie Häußermann (writer from Germany)
• Ottilie Heinke (composer from Germany)
• Ottilie Metzger (German singer)
• Ottilie Müller (theater actress)
• Ottilie Rady (German art historian)
• Ottilie Reylaender (painter from Germany)
• Ottilie Roederstein (German painter)
• Ottilie Scholz (mayor of Bochum (SPD))
• Ottilie Strobach (opera singer from Germany)