Osbaldo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Osbaldo is a name of Germanic origin, meaning 'divine power' or 'bold.' It evolved through historical forms such as Oswald and has been used since the Middle Ages. The name reflects traits of strength and bravery, though it does not have biblical significance. Its popularity has fluctuated, with a modern resurgence that highlights its uniqueness.
The name Osbaldo is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Osbaldo has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Osbaldo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4028th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1747th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1556th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1473rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4924th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Osbaldo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Osbaldo"
Pronunciation
/ɒzˈbɑːldoʊ/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
Osbaldo is derived from the Germanic elements 'os,' meaning 'god,' and 'bald,' meaning 'bold' or 'brave.' This name reflects a heritage that emphasizes strength and divinity.
Meaning
divine power, bold
Language Evolution
Oswald (Old English), Osbaldo (Middle Ages), Osbaldo (Modern usage)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the medieval period, particularly among the nobility in Europe, and has seen a resurgence in various cultures in contemporary times.
Variants & Derivatives
Oswald, Baldassare, Osmund
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Osbaldo is seen as a unique and strong name, often associated with cultural richness and historical depth.
Famous People
Osbaldo Laport, Osbaldo Sánchez
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Osbaldo"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Osbaldo"
"Osbaldo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4028th of 7552 | 69 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1747th of 10718 | 423 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1556th of 16616 | 808 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1473rd of 24088 | 1,540 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4924th of 23106 | 233 |
Regional Popularity of "Osbaldo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
60.11% 1715th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
53.22% 1563rd/2937 |
53.89% 1877th/3483 |
34.57% 1216th/3518 |
20.72% 838th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
49.44% 1822nd/3685 |
- |
28.17% 1463rd/5194 |
12.17% 769th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
39.94% 1830th/4582 |
- |
19.25% 1408th/7313 |
11.71% 874th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
45.60% 3111th/6822 |
38.10% 2391st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Osbaldo" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Osbaldo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Osbaldo" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.