Ousmane Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ousmane is an Arabic name that means wise or intelligent. It evolved from Uthman and is associated with significant historical figures in Islamic culture. The name has positive traits associated with wisdom and leadership. There is no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ousmane"
Pronunciation
/usˈmɑːn/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Ousmane is derived from the Arabic name 'Uthman', which means 'wise' or 'intelligent'. It has historical significance in Islamic culture.
Meaning
wise, intelligent
Language Evolution
Uthman, Ousmane
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Muslim world due to its association with Uthman ibn Affan, the third caliph of Islam, who ruled from 644 to 656 CE.
Variants & Derivatives
Uthman, Osman, Ousman
Modern Popularity & Image
Ousmane is commonly used in various West African countries and among Muslim communities, often associated with wisdom and leadership.
Famous People
Ousmane Dembélé, French professional footballer, Ousmane Sembène, Senegalese filmmaker and writer
📊 Ousmane Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Ousmane Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 46 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ousmane"
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 "Ousmane"
"Ousmane" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11250th of 16616 | 23 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4419th of 24088 | 313 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3761st of 23106 | 345 |
Regional Popularity of "Ousmane" 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) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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62.19% 2783rd/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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30.73% 1587th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
67.19% 2677th/3984 |
32.11% 1441st/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Ousmane" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Ousmane"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ousmane" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Ousmane" in the United States
The name Ousmane is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Ousmane has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Ousmane' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11250th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4419th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3761st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ousmane' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.