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Gotti

GOT-ee · Of uncertain origin; possibly a diminutive of Gottfried or a short form of names beginning with Gott-.

Peak popularity
2022
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2022

Declining since 2022.

Popularity of Gotti since 2005

Babies named Gotti per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2006, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Gotti's real moment was 2022.

481220102020Most births 2006Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s43
2010s51
2020s29

Meaning & origin

Gotti is a rare American given name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2005. It has never broken into the top 1000, and its peak year so far was 2022. Since then, its trajectory has been falling. The name likely derives from German roots, possibly as a diminutive of Gottfried or a short form of other Gott- names. Its modern use may be influenced by the surname Gotti, famously borne by mobster John Gotti. Despite this association, Gotti has been used sparingly across the country, with no single state showing a significant concentration. Parents choosing Gotti may appreciate its short, punchy sound and Germanic heritage.

Gotti likely originated as a short form or nickname for longer German names containing Gott- (meaning 'God'), such as Gottfried. Its modern use as a given name may be influenced by surname use or popular culture. The name has seen sporadic use in the United States since 2005.

Sibling names for Gotti

Names that share Gotti's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Greta, Ingrid, Liesel, Freya, Astrid

Brothers: Gustav, Felix, Oskar, Max, Finn

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Gotti mean?
Gotti is of uncertain meaning. It likely began as a short form of German names like Gottfried, where 'Gott' means 'God'.
How popular is the name Gotti?
Gotti has been rare in U.S. records since 2005. It has never ranked in the top 1000, and its peak year so far was 2022.
Is Gotti a boy's name or a girl's name?
Gotti is typically used as a boy's name, though it could be considered unisex.