Otfried

German

"wealthy"

Otfried Origin and Meaning

The name Otfried is a boy's name of German origin.

Otfried is a masculine name of Germanic origin, combining the elements 'ot' meaning wealth or fortune and 'fried' meaning peace. This traditional name dates back to medieval times and was popularized through Otfried of Weissenburg, a notable 9th-century German poet and theologian. While relatively uncommon today, the name maintains some recognition in German-speaking countries and regions with Germanic heritage. Otfried carries a dignified, scholarly quality and suggests someone who values both prosperity and harmony. The name's strong consonants give it a formal, distinguished character that connects to deep historical roots while remaining recognizable.

Famous People Named Otfried

• Otfried Preussler german children's book author
• Ottfried Gotthold Ernst Graf Finck von Finckenstein award winning Prussian/German Author