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Otniel

OT-nee-el

Popularity

#11923

falling

Letters

6

Syllables

3

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

129

Peak Year

#22 in 2018

First Recorded

1980

Style

Spiritual & Biblical, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A biblical name of Hebrew origin, Otniel means 'lion of God' or 'God is my strength'. He was a judge of Israel and the first of the major judges mentioned in the Old Testament.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Othniel

    First judge of Israel, a biblical hero.

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Personality Traits

CourageousRighteousDevoutStrong

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