Otis Pye

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Otis Pye — English
62K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Otis Pye 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 Pye: A. Kenneth Pye (1931–1994), American academic Bill Pye (1912–1996), Australian politician Brad Pye Jr. (1931–2020), American journalist Charles Pye (1820–1876), British soldier, Victoria Cross recipient David Pye (engineer) (1886–1960), British mechanical engineer and academic administrator David Pye (furniture designer) (1914–1993), British furniture designer Elizabeth Pye (born 1946), British conservator and academic Ernie Pye (1880–1923), Australian rules footballer Harry Pye (born 1973), British artist Harry Pye (footballer) (1880–1953), Australian Rules footballer Henry James Pye (1745–18. 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: Pye

English

A. Kenneth Pye (1931–1994), American academic Bill Pye (1912–1996), Australian politician Brad Pye Jr. (1931–2020), American journalist Charles Pye (1820–1876), British soldier, Victoria Cross recipient David Pye (engineer) (1886–1960), British mechanical engineer and academic administrator David Pye (furniture designer) (1914–1993), British furniture designer Elizabeth Pye (born 1946), British conservator and academic Ernie Pye (1880–1923), Australian rules footballer Harry Pye (born 1973), British artist Harry Pye (footballer) (1880–1953), Australian Rules footballer Henry James Pye (1745–18.

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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 Pye

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 Pye:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

8
Personality Number

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

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 Pye?
The surname Pye originates from English. A. Kenneth Pye (1931–1994), American academic Bill Pye (1912–1996), Australian politician Brad Pye Jr. (1931–2020), American journalist Charles Pye (1820–1876), British soldier, Victoria Cross recipient David Pye (engineer) (1886–1960), British mechanical engineer and academic administrator David Pye (furniture designer) (1914–1993), British furniture designer Elizabeth Pye (born 1946), British conservator and academic Ernie Pye (1880–1923), Australian rules footballer Harry Pye (born 1973), British artist Harry Pye (footballer) (1880–1953), Australian Rules footballer Henry James Pye (1745–18.
How common is the surname Pye?
The surname Pye is shared by approximately 4K people worldwide.
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