Oskar Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Oskar is of Germanic origin, derived from the Old Norse Ásgeirr, meaning 'divine spear.' The name has evolved through various historical forms and gained popularity in the 19th century. It is associated with positive traits such as creativity and intelligence, and it has no significant biblical relevance.
The name Oskar is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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, Oskar 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, 'Oskar' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6451st out of 7545 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5593rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3732nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1653rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1407th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Oskar' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Oskar"
Pronunciation
/ˈɒskər/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
Oskar is derived from the Old Norse name Ásgeirr, which combines the elements 'ás,' meaning 'god,' and 'geirr,' meaning 'spear.'
Meaning
Divine spear
Language Evolution
Ásgeirr (Old Norse), Osgar (Old English), Oskar (Modern German and Scandinavian)
Historical Usage
The name Oskar gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in German-speaking countries and later spread to other regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Oscar, Oskar, Oski
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Oskar is viewed as a classic yet modern name, often associated with creativity and intelligence, largely due to its use in literature and the arts.
Famous People
Oskar Schindler, a German businessman known for saving Jewish lives during the Holocaust., Oskar Wilde, an Irish poet and playwright known for his wit and literary contributions.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Oskar"
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 "Oskar"
"Oskar" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6451st of 7545 | 11 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5593rd of 10718 | 51 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3732nd of 16616 | 223 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1653rd of 24088 | 1,310 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1407th of 23106 | 1,553 |
Regional Popularity of "Oskar" 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) |
- | - |
53.58% 2783rd/5194 |
36.81% 2325th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.64% 1358th/4582 |
28.29% 1461st/5164 |
39.16% 2864th/7313 |
16.51% 1232nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
28.36% 1130th/3984 |
26.41% 1185th/4487 |
33.77% 2304th/6822 |
17.83% 1119th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Oskar" 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 "Oskar"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Oskar" 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.