Othello
girl nameOthello entered the US charts in 1905, peaked at #1862 in 1908, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1905–2025
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rank today
#1862
peak (1908)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1897 |
| 1910s | #3309 |
| 1920s | #4168 |
| 1930s | #3345 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Othello are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Othello alive today was born around 1919, making them about 106 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Othello in 2025?
- Othello is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Othello most popular?
- Othello peaked in 1908, reaching #1862 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Othello with classmates?
- Othello will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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