öttl

Öttl is a surname of German origin. It is believed to be a diminutive form of the given name Otho or Otto, which itself is derived from the Germanic element "aud" meaning wealth or prosperity. The surname likely originated as a patronymic, indicating "son of Otho" or "belonging to Otho."

The Öttl surname is most commonly found in Bavaria, Germany, and is also present in Austria. Variations of the spelling may exist in different regions due to historical dialectal differences. Like many surnames, its proliferation is linked to the historical practice of hereditary family names.

Notable individuals with the Öttl surname include Josef Öttl, a German politician, and Leonhard Öttl, a German footballer. The family name continues to be carried by individuals in Germany, Austria, and other parts of the world.