Otis Cathey

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Otis Cathey — English
62K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Otis Cathey is a name that combines English origins. The first name Otis is a masculine given name of English origin. Otis is a male given name derived from an English surname, which was in turn derived from Ode, a variant form of Odo and Otto. The name also has origins in the Ars Goetia, it is a variation of the name Botis. Otis is also a male nickname from Otieno, with its roots in the Luo tribe in Kenya. Otis Armstrong (1950–2021), American football player Otis Birdsong (born 1955), American former National Basketball Association player, member of the College Basketball Hall of Fame Otis R. The surname Cathey: Cathey is a surname of Scottish origin. It is a reduced form of the surname MacCathay which is Galloway surname of uncertain origin. Morgan Cathey (born 1984), American soccer player Key Glock (born 1997 as Markeyvius LaShun Cathey), American rapper Reg E. Cathey (1958–2018), American film and television actor Cathey Peak, a peak in the Sacramento Mountains, in the south-central part of the US State of New Mexico. Otis is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 62K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Otis reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Otis

English

Otis is a male given name derived from an English surname, which was in turn derived from Ode, a variant form of Odo and Otto. The name also has origins in the Ars Goetia, it is a variation of the name Botis. Otis is also a male nickname from Otieno, with its roots in the Luo tribe in Kenya. Otis Armstrong (1950–2021), American football player Otis Birdsong (born 1955), American former National Basketball Association player, member of the College Basketball Hall of Fame Otis R.

Surname: Cathey

Scottish

Cathey is a surname of Scottish origin. It is a reduced form of the surname MacCathay which is Galloway surname of uncertain origin. Morgan Cathey (born 1984), American soccer player Key Glock (born 1997 as Markeyvius LaShun Cathey), American rapper Reg E. Cathey (1958–2018), American film and television actor Cathey Peak, a peak in the Sacramento Mountains, in the south-central part of the US State of New Mexico.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Otis is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Otis by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Otis Cathey

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Otis Cathey:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Otis?
The first name Otis originates from English. Otis is a male given name derived from an English surname, which was in turn derived from Ode, a variant form of Odo and Otto. The name also has origins in the Ars Goetia, it is a variation of the name Botis. Otis is also a male nickname from Otieno, with its roots in the Luo tribe in Kenya. Otis Armstrong (1950–2021), American football player Otis Birdsong (born 1955), American former National Basketball Association player, member of the College Basketball Hall of Fame Otis R.
When was Otis most popular?
The name Otis reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cathey?
The surname Cathey originates from Scottish. Cathey is a surname of Scottish origin. It is a reduced form of the surname MacCathay which is Galloway surname of uncertain origin. Morgan Cathey (born 1984), American soccer player Key Glock (born 1997 as Markeyvius LaShun Cathey), American rapper Reg E. Cathey (1958–2018), American film and television actor Cathey Peak, a peak in the Sacramento Mountains, in the south-central part of the US State of New Mexico.
What are the origins of the name Otis Cathey?
The name Otis Cathey combines two different traditions: the first name Otis has English roots, while the surname Cathey originates from Scottish.
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