Usman Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationOOS-mahn / /ʊsˈmɑːn/Arabic; Urdu
Meaning
Arabic: 'the one who is worthy'; Urdu: 'the one who is good'
Historical & Cultural Background
Usman is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in Muslim cultures. It is notably associated with Usman ibn Affan, the third caliph of Islam, who played a significant role in early Islamic history. The name has been popular in South Asia, particularly among Urdu-speaking populations. It reflects qualities of virtue and worthiness.
Trend Summary
The name Usman has seen consistent usage in Muslim communities, with a stable presence in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Osman
- Ousman
International Variants
- Osman (Turkish)
- Usman (Arabic)
- Ousmane (French)
Famous people named Usman
Usman Khawaja is an Australian cricketer known for his contributions to the national team.
Usman Riaz is a Pakistani musician and composer recognized for his innovative guitar playing.
Usman Tariq is a prominent Pakistani entrepreneur in the tech industry.
Usman Mirza is a Pakistani filmmaker known for his work in independent cinema.
Fictional characters named Usman
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Usman was first seen in the United States in 1979. Usman has ranked as high as #1263 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Illinois, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Usman has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Usman (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 19 | |
| CA | 15 | |
| TX | 12 | |
| IL | 12 | |
| VA | 11 | |
| MI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 24 |
| 1991 | 23 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 27 |
| 1994 | 37 |
| 1995 | 39 |
| 1996 | 32 |
| 1997 | 32 |
| 1998 | 39 |
| 1999 | 35 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 32 |
| 2002 | 46 |
| 2003 | 31 |
| 2004 | 25 |
| 2005 | 28 |
| 2006 | 41 |
| 2007 | 34 |
| 2008 | 41 |
| 2009 | 30 |
| 2010 | 43 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 39 |
| 2014 | 36 |
| 2015 | 40 |
| 2016 | 46 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 50 |
| 2019 | 44 |
| 2020 | 55 |
| 2021 | 85 |
| 2022 | 97 |
| 2023 | 86 |
| 2024 | 97 |