Oshea Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Oshea is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'salvation' or 'to deliver'. It has evolved from the name Hoshea, which is historically linked to the biblical figure Joshua. The name reflects traits of strength and deliverance, with significant biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is seen as a unique choice today.
The name Oshea is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Oshea 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, 'Oshea' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3136th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4444th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2666th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 18891st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 25965th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 22546th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Oshea' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Oshea"
Pronunciation
/oʊˈʃeɪ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Oshea is derived from the Hebrew name 'Hoshea', which means 'salvation' or 'to deliver'. It is often associated with the biblical figure Joshua, who was originally named Hoshea.
Meaning
salvation, deliverance
Language Evolution
Hoshea, Oshea, Joshua
Biblical Background
The name Oshea is connected to the Old Testament, specifically to the character Joshua, who was a leader of the Israelites.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early 20th century among English-speaking populations, particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
O'Shea, Hosea, Joshua
Modern Popularity & Image
Oshea is viewed as a unique and meaningful name, often appreciated for its biblical roots and spiritual significance.
Famous People
Oshea Jackson Jr., Oshea Brissett
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Oshea"
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 "Oshea"
"Oshea" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3136th of 16616 | 289 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4444th of 24088 | 310 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2666th of 23106 | 574 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 18891st of 27321 | 21 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 25965th of 35406 | 18 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 22546th of 30306 | 17 |
Regional Popularity of "Oshea" by Generation for Male 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) |
60.14% 2216th/3685 |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
48.23% 2505th/5194 |
46.57% 2942nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.34% 2842nd/3984 |
71.52% 3209th/4487 |
42.23% 2881st/6822 |
49.90% 3132nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Oshea" 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 "Oshea"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Oshea" 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.