About Otterman
The surname Otterman is of German origin and is derived from the occupational name "Ottermann," meaning "otter man" or "otter catcher." It was likely given to individuals who were involved in hunting or trapping otters for their fur. The name may also have been used to describe someone who had otter-like characteristics or traits.
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The surname Otterman is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Otterman based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Otterman in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Otterman using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.