NAME PROFILE
Oswald
Oswald is a name of Old English origin, meaning 'divine power' or 'God's rule.' It carries a strong, regal connotation, often associated with leadership and nobility. Oswald is a name that suggests strength, wisdom, and a sense of duty.
Key Stats
| Total births | 4,407 |
| Gender | Male (24% / 76%) |
| Peak year | 1918 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1912 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 45%CA — 24%TX — 15%LA — 9%MN — 7%
Notable People
Oswald Cobblepot (The Penguin, *Batman*) · Oswald Mosley (British politician) · Oswald Chambers (Scottish author, *My Utmost for His Highest*) · Oswald Avery (Canadian microbiologist, DNA researcher) · Oswald the Lucky Rabbit (Cartoon character created by Walt Disney)
Nicknames & Diminutives
OzzieOz
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