Osten Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationOH-sten / /ˈoʊstən/English; Scandinavian
Meaning
from the east (English); divine (Scandinavian)
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Osten is derived from the Old English word 'ēast', referring to the direction east. In Scandinavian cultures, it is often associated with the name 'Osten', which has connotations of divinity or being god-like.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Osten
- Ostenh
- Ostyn
International Variants
- Osten (Swedish)
- Osten (Norwegian)
Famous people named Osten
Osten S. K. — Swedish artist.
Osten H. — Danish politician.
Fictional characters named Osten
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Osten was first seen in the United States in 1992. Osten has ranked as high as #1347 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Osten has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Osten
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 7 |