Oscar
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Oscar is a boy name of English origin meaning "Divine strength".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
English
Religion
Christian
Popularity
19 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Divine strength
Etymology
Derived from Old English 'ōs' (god) and 'cār' (care, strength), or possibly from Old Norse 'Óskar', meaning 'divine strength'.
Famous People Named Oscar
- Oscar Wilde — Irish poet, playwright, and aesthete (1854-1900)
- Oscar Niemeyer — Brazilian architect (1907–2012)
- Oscar — Brazilian association football player (born 1991)
- Oscar Peterson — Canadian jazz pianist (1925–2007)
- Oscar Hammerstein II — American librettist, lyricist, theatrical producer, and director of musicals (1895–1960)
Frequently Asked Questions About Oscar
What does the name Oscar mean?
Oscar means "Divine strength", and is of English origin.
What is the origin of the name Oscar?
Oscar originates from English, commonly used in Europe.
Is Oscar a boy or girl name?
Oscar is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Oscar associated with?
Oscar is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Oscar?
Yes — notable people named Oscar include Oscar Wilde (Irish poet, 1854-1900), Oscar Niemeyer (Brazilian architect, 1907–2012), Oscar (Brazilian association football player, born 1991), Oscar Peterson (Canadian jazz pianist, 1925–2007) and Oscar Hammerstein II (American librettist, 1895–1960).
Last updated: June 2026