Oscar

Boy's name

Oscar is of Old English and Old Norse origin, derived from the words "os," meaning god, and "gar," meaning spear.

Meaning Spear of the gods
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 1,656
Peak year 2006

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Oscar Wilde - Playwright, author, poet
  • Oscar Isaac - Actor, Star Wars, Ex Machina
  • Oscar Robertson - Basketball player, NBA Hall of Famer
  • Oscar de la Renta - Fashion designer
  • Oscar Hammerstein II - Composer, lyricist, musicals
  • Oscar Peterson - Jazz pianist, composer
  • Oscar Levant - Pianist, composer, actor
  • Oscar Munoz - CEO of United Airlines
  • Oscar Hijuelos - Author, Pulitzer Prize winner

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