Oshay Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationoh-SHAY / /oʊˈʃeɪ/Irish; African American
Meaning
Irish: 'God is gracious'; African American: 'gift'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Oshay has roots in both Irish and African American cultures. In Irish tradition, it is often associated with grace and divine favor. The African American usage reflects a contemporary trend of creating unique names that carry significant personal meaning. The name is relatively modern and has gained popularity in various communities.
Trend Summary
The name Oshay is relatively uncommon in the U.S. but has seen a slight increase in usage in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- O'Shay
- O'Shea
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Oshay was first seen in the United States in 1980. Oshay has ranked as high as #1192 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in California, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Oshay has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Oshay (1994)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 5 | |
| TX | 5 | |
| CA | 5 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 34 |
| 1993 | 40 |
| 1994 | 45 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 8 |