Osvaldo

Boy's name

Osvaldo is of Old High German origin, derived from the elements "os," meaning god, and "wald," meaning rule.

Meaning God's rule
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 148 Falling
Peak year 2004

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Osvaldo Ardiles - Argentine footballer, World Cup winner.
  • Osvaldo Alonso - Cuban soccer player, MLS All-Star.
  • Osvaldo Cavandoli - Italian cartoonist, creator of "La Linea."
  • Osvaldo Golijov - Argentine composer, Grammy Award winner.
  • Osvaldo Miranda - Chilean actor, known for telenovelas.
  • Osvaldo Pugliese - Argentine tango musician, composer, and bandleader.
  • Osvaldo Ríos - Puerto Rican actor, telenovela heartthrob.
  • Osvaldo Sánchez - Mexican football goalkeeper, national team player.
  • Osvaldo Soriano - Argentine writer, known for novels and journalism.
  • Osvaldo Zubeldía - Argentine football manager, led multiple clubs to success.

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