Osei Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationoh-SAY / oʊˈseɪAkan; Ghanaian
Meaning
Akan: 'noble' or 'honorable'
Historical & Cultural Background
Osei is a name of Akan origin, commonly used among the Akan people of Ghana. It is often associated with leadership and nobility, reflecting the cultural values of respect and honor. The name is prevalent in various forms within the Akan naming traditions, which emphasize the significance of names in defining identity and heritage.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Osei was first seen in the United States in 1974. Osei has ranked as high as #1108 nationally, which occurred in 1981, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Osei has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Osei (1980)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2023 | 9 |