Name Profile
Oswald
"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin
BoyUnknown2 syllables
About Oswald
Oswald appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1880 through 2020. It does not appear in the 2024 top 1,000 list for boys, but it remains part of the official historical record. Across available SSA years, the name appears 4,092 times.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationOswald
Syllables2
Nicknames for Oswald
OswaOswOswieOswyWald
Popularity in the U.S.
Oswald is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys.. Parents often choose Oswald for its clear pronunciation and classic style.
Oswald had — births in .
Middle Name Ideas
- Oswald James
- Oswald Alexander
- Oswald Reid
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Oswald mean?
Oswald means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.
Is Oswald a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Yes. Oswald is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
How is Oswald pronounced?
A common pronunciation is Oswald.
What are common nicknames for Oswald?
Popular nicknames include Oswa, Osw, Oswie, Oswy, Wald.