OSCAR
The meaning of the unisex name Oscar is JUMPING FIGHTER .
Details on OSCAR:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Jumping fighter
- Popularity for Boy:
- 398th in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 33,037th in the USA (bottom 50%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
1,656 births
OSCAR as a BOY in 2024
5 births
OSCAR as a GIRL in 2015
The meaning(s) of OSCAR:
The name Oscar is a Norse baby name. In Norse the meaning of the name Oscar is: Divine spear.
The name Oscar is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Oscar is: Divine spear.
The name Oscar is a Celtic baby name. In Celtic the meaning of the name Oscar is: Jumping fighter.
The name Oscar is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Oscar is: Divine spear; God's spear.Famous Bearer:poet Oscar Wilde (1854-1900), who was put on trial and imprisoned for homosexuality.
USA SSA birth(s) for OSCAR:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name OSCAR
OSCAR as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 1656 births |
| 2023 | 1701 births |
| 2022 | 1890 births |
| 2021 | 1697 births |
| 2020 | 1766 births |
| 2019 | 1891 births |
| 2018 | 1956 births |
| 2017 | 2040 births |
| 2016 | 2258 births |
| 2015 | 2293 births |
| 2014 | 2319 births |
| 2013 | 2241 births |
| 2012 | 2195 births |
| 2011 | 2376 births |
| 2010 | 2662 births |
| 2009 | 3114 births |
OSCAR as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 5 births |
| 2010 | 5 births |
| 2009 | 7 births |
| 2007 | 8 births |
| 2006 | 6 births |
| 2005 | 7 births |
| 2004 | 15 births |
| 2003 | 14 births |
| 2002 | 17 births |
| 2001 | 8 births |
| 2000 | 8 births |
| 1999 | 18 births |
| 1998 | 11 births |
| 1997 | 17 births |
| 1996 | 14 births |
| 1995 | 18 births |
About the name OSCAR
Oscar, a name rich with historical resonance, finds its roots in the Old English elements "os," meaning "god," and "car," meaning "spear," together weaving a tapestry of strength and divinity. Popularized through literature and cinema, its charm transcends borders, embraced widely across cultures and continents—from the rolling hills of Ireland, where it evokes the legendary hero Oscar of the Fenian Cycle, to the urban landscapes of Spain and Latin America, where it symbolizes creativity and passion. In Sweden and Norway, Oscar has a regal flair, having been borne by kings and princes, adding an air of nobility to its essence. The name also dances through the vibrant streets of the United States, resonating with parents who seek a blend of tradition and contemporary appeal. With its harmony of strength and grace, Oscar is a name that carries the promise of a bright future, making it a heartfelt choice for a child destined to carve their path in the world.
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