Oger
French · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Oger
The name Oger derives from the Old French "ogre," which itself may trace to Latin "Orcus" (the underworld) or possibly Hungarian "ogre," and traditionally refers to a monstrous or fierce creature in folklore.
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Etymology
The name Oger derives from the Old French "ogre," which itself may trace to Latin "Orcus" (the underworld) or possibly Hungarian "ogre," and traditionally refers to a monstrous or fierce creature in folklore. The name is primarily used in French-speaking regions and Scandinavian countries, with historical roots in medieval European folklore and literature, though it remains uncommon as a given name in modern usage.
Oger currently ranks #1,050 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1922.
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