Othello
boy name#8910 in 2025Othello entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #1772 in 1914, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
#8910
rank today
#1772
peak (1914)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2517 |
| 1920s | #3062 |
| 1930s | #3125 |
| 1940s | #2940 |
| 1950s | #3295 |
| 1960s | #3103 |
| 1970s | #4497 |
| 1980s | #4957 |
| 1990s | #7507 |
| 2000s | #8443 |
| 2010s | #8547 |
| 2020s | #6763 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Othello has been most popular in TX.
Living bearers
About 400 people named Othello are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Othello alive today was born around 1963, making them about 62 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 ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Othello most popular?
- Othello peaked in 1914, reaching #1772 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Othello with classmates?
- Othello will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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