Osman
Osman: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɒzmən/ · /ɒzˈmɑːn/
Meaning and origin of Osman
Root meaning: “a god”
- A male given name from the Germanic languages, variant of Osmond, rare in English.
- A male given name from Ottoman Turkish [in turn from Arabic], notably borne by:
- A male given name from Iranian Persian
Etymology
Inherited from Middle English, from Old Norse Ásmundr, from áss (“a god”) + mund (“protection, hand”).
How popular is Osman?
Since 1880, 3,893 boys in the U.S. have been named Osman. Its highest rank for boys was #977 in 2022. In 2025, 181 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Osman
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Sibling name ideas for Osman
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Osman FAQ
What does the name Osman mean?
Osman traces back to a root meaning "a god". A male given name from the Germanic languages, variant of Osmond, rare in English. A male given name from Ottoman Turkish [in turn from Arabic], notably borne by: A male given name from Iranian Persian Inherited from Middle English, from Old Norse Ásmundr, from áss (“a god”) + mund (“protection, hand”).
What is the origin of the name Osman?
Osman is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Osman?
Since 1880, 3,893 boys in the U.S. have been named Osman. Its highest rank for boys was #977 in 2022. In 2025, 181 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Osman a boy or girl name?
Osman is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 3,893 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.