Ottilie as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Ottilie

What is the meaning of the name Ottilie ?

The baby name Ottilie is a girl name 3 syllables long and is pronounced AH-tuh-lee.

Ottilie is Germanic in Origin.

Ottilie is a German name that means "prosperous in battle". It is a feminine name that has been in use since the 19th century. The name was popularized by the German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, who used it for the heroine of his novel "Die Wahlverwandtschaften" (Elective Affinities). The name has since become popular in Germany and other parts of Europe.

The pronunciation of Ottilie is AH-ti-lee or o-TIL-ee. The name is composed of two elements: "ot" which means "wealth" or "prosperity" and "hild" which means "battle". The name has several variations including Ottilia, Ottiline, and Ottila.

The origin of the name Ottilie can be traced back to the Germanic tribes who inhabited Europe during the early Middle Ages. The name was popular among the nobility and was often given to girls who were born into wealthy families. Today, the name is still popular in Germany and other parts of Europe, and has also gained popularity in the United States and other English-speaking countries.