Oskar
Oskar is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Divine spear or friend of deer.
Origin and history
Oskar is a Germanic and Scandinavian spelling variant of Oscar. Derived from Old Norse or Old English roots, it translates roughly to divine spear or gentle deer. The name maintains steady, moderate usage in the United States, appealing to parents looking for a classic name with an international European spelling.
Popularity in the United States
3,241 babies in the United States have been named Oskar since 1880. It ranks #2257 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1256.
States where it is most popular
- CA (27 %)
- NY (14.2 %)
- MN (11 %)
- IL (9.8 %)
- WA (6.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 6 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 11 |
| 1970-1980 | 34 |
| 1980-1990 | 69 |
| 1990-2000 | 260 |
| 2000-2010 | 822 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,318 |
| 2020-2029 | 716 |
Famous people named Oskar
- Oskar Schindler: Industrialist, Humanitarian
- Oskar Kokoschka: Painter, Poet
Nicknames
Ozzy, Oz
Fun facts
- The 'k' spelling is the primary standard form across Scandinavian and Slavic-speaking countries.
- The name was borne by two kings of Sweden and Norway during the 19th and 20th centuries.