Holding steady.
Popularity of Othmar since 1912
Babies named Othmar per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 87 |
| 1920s | 91 |
| 1930s | 10 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Othmar is a rare German name with deep historical roots. It was first recorded in the United States in 1912 and experienced its peak usage in 1916, likely influenced by waves of German immigration in the early 20th century. Its trajectory has remained stable over the decades, meaning it has never seen a resurgence and has always been quite uncommon. The name did not appear in any top states, reflecting its very low usage across the country. For parents drawn to distinctive German heritage names, Othmar offers an authentic but obscure choice, though its rarity means it may often require explanation.
Othmar is a traditional German name with roots in Old High German. The first element may derive from 'aud' meaning 'wealth, prosperity' or from 'oth' meaning 'heritage, ancestral land'. The second element 'mar' means 'famous'. The name was borne by the 7th-century Saint Othmar (also spelled Otmar), the founder of the Abbey of St. Gall in Switzerland. It has remained in use in German-speaking regions, though it has never been common outside of those areas.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Otmar
Sibling names for Othmar
Names that share Othmar's style, for a brother or sister.
