Oshea Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationoh-SHAY / oʊˈʃeɪHebrew; Irish
Meaning
Hebrew: salvation; Irish: God is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Oshea is derived from the Hebrew name Hoshea, which means 'salvation.' It has also been associated with the Irish name O'Shea, which is a surname meaning 'descendant of Sitheach.' The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting a blend of religious and familial significance. It is relatively uncommon but has seen some use in modern naming trends.
Trend Summary
The name Oshea has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- O'Shea
- Oshe
International Variants
- O'Shea (Irish)
Famous people named Oshea
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Oshea was first seen in the United States in 1986. Oshea has ranked as high as #1359 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Georgia, New York, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Oshea has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Oshea (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 44 |
| 1993 | 54 |
| 1994 | 43 |
| 1995 | 49 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1997 | 35 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 45 |
| 2016 | 64 |
| 2017 | 57 |
| 2018 | 63 |
| 2019 | 59 |
| 2020 | 48 |
| 2021 | 47 |
| 2022 | 50 |
| 2023 | 52 |
| 2024 | 48 |