Ossian Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationOSS-ee-an / /ˈɒs.i.ən/Irish; Scottish; Latin
Meaning
little deer (Irish); from the name of a legendary bard (Scottish); 'os' meaning bone (Latin)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Irish mythology, Ossian is a legendary poet and warrior, often associated with the Fenian Cycle. The Scottish variant is linked to the same mythological figure, celebrated in Gaelic literature. The Latin interpretation connects to the word 'os', meaning bone, though this is less commonly referenced in the context of the name.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Ossy
- Ossianus
International Variants
- Ossian (Scottish)
- Ossiano (Italian)
Famous people named Ossian
Ossian — legendary bard.
Fictional characters named Ossian
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ossian was first seen in the United States in 2005. Ossian has ranked as high as #1352 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in North Carolina, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Ossian has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ossian (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 16 |