Oswald

Boy

Oswald is a boy's name of Old English origin meaning "From os meaning God and weald meaning power or ruler.". It is pronounced AHS-wald. Today it is a popular name (popularity 73/100).

Old English origin · /AHS-wald/ · strong

Meaning: From os meaning God and weald meaning power or ruler.

Popularity 73/1002 syllablesPeaked 1916→ Stable

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Frequently asked questions about Oswald

What does Oswald mean?

Oswald means "From os meaning God and weald meaning power or ruler.". It is of Old English origin.

Is Oswald a boy or girl name?

Oswald is traditionally a boy's name.

How popular is Oswald?

Oswald is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 73/100. It was most popular in the 1910s.

How is Oswald pronounced?

Oswald is pronounced AHS-wald.

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