Osama Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationoh-SAH-mah / oʊˈsɑːməArabic
Meaning
The one who is highly praised
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Osama is of Arabic origin and is commonly used in Arabic-speaking countries. It has been popularized in various cultures due to its association with notable figures. The name is often linked to the concept of praise and commendation in Islamic tradition. Osama has been used historically in literature and media.
Trend Summary
The name Osama has seen fluctuations in popularity, particularly influenced by global events.
Similar Names
Variants
- Usama
International Variants
- Osama (Arabic)
- Usama (Arabic)
Famous people named Osama
Osama bin Laden was a Saudi Arabian terrorist and the founder of the militant organization al-Qaeda.
Osama Alomar is a Syrian-American poet known for his contributions to contemporary poetry.
Osama Khalid is a Pakistani cricketer who has played in various domestic leagues.
Osama Hamdan is a Palestinian politician and spokesperson for Hamas.
Fictional characters named Osama
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Osama was first seen in the United States in 1968. Osama has ranked as high as #1233 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Osama has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Osama (2001)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 14 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 32 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 26 |
| 1989 | 23 |
| 1990 | 28 |
| 1991 | 43 |
| 1992 | 36 |
| 1993 | 34 |
| 1994 | 36 |
| 1995 | 38 |
| 1996 | 48 |
| 1997 | 44 |
| 1998 | 47 |
| 1999 | 65 |
| 2000 | 54 |
| 2001 | 38 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 12 |