Osiris Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationoh-SY-ris / oʊˈsaɪrɪsEgyptian
Meaning
God of the afterlife; the powerful one
Historical & Cultural Background
Osiris is a prominent deity in ancient Egyptian mythology, associated with the afterlife, resurrection, and fertility. He was often depicted as a mummified king, symbolizing rebirth and regeneration. The worship of Osiris was central to ancient Egyptian religion, influencing various rituals and beliefs surrounding death and the afterlife.
Similar Names
Variants
- Osyra
- Osira
International Variants
- Osíris (Spanish)
- Osíris (Portuguese)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Osiris was first seen in the United States in 1979. Osiris has ranked as high as #1328 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Arizona, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Osiris has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Osiris (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 21 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 31 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 45 |
| 2002 | 40 |
| 2003 | 36 |
| 2004 | 38 |
| 2005 | 39 |
| 2006 | 55 |
| 2007 | 52 |
| 2008 | 35 |
| 2009 | 32 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 19 |