Oshea
Oshea is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Salvation or savior.
Origin and history
Oshea is a male name of Hebrew origin, closely related to the biblical name Hoshea or Joshua, meaning salvation or bearer of help. It has maintained a steady but modest presence in the United States, occasionally chosen as a variant of Oshea or O'Shea. It offers a distinct, rhythmic sound while carrying ancient scriptural roots.
Popularity in the United States
1,227 babies in the United States have been named Oshea since 1880. It ranks #3471 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1628.
States where it is most popular
- CA (26 %)
- TX (20.1 %)
- FL (14.8 %)
- GA (10.1 %)
- NY (9.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 42 |
| 1990-2000 | 332 |
| 2000-2010 | 191 |
| 2010-2019 | 363 |
| 2020-2029 | 299 |
Famous people named Oshea
- Oshea Jackson Jr.: Actor, Rapper
Fun facts
- Oshea shares its root with Hosea and Joshua, stemming from the Hebrew word for salvation.
- While rare overall, Oshea has seen a modest rise in usage in the 2020s compared to earlier decades.