A given name for people, most famously associated with Otis Redding, the legendary soul singer.
Otis is a Greek name derived from 'ōtos' meaning ear, though its exact connection is debated among name historians. It became popular in English-speaking countries during the 19th and 20th centuries.
Otis Redding had such a powerful, soulful voice that his name became synonymous with a certain style of American music—even people who've never heard his songs might know they're listening to 'that Otis sound!'
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