Otfried

Meaning & origin

Otfried is a German male given name derived from the Old High German elements "ot," meaning inheritance or property, and "fridu," meaning peace. The name conveys a sense of legacy combined with the desire for peace. Notable bearers include the writer Otfried Preußler and the philosopher Otfried Höffe, who have contributed to the name's recognition in German culture.

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Famous people with the first name Otfried

• Karl Otfried Müller German classical philologist
• Otfried Höffe German philosopher
• Paula Müller-Otfried German social worker
• Otfried Nippold German-Swiss jurist and peace activist

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