Ozzie
English · Boy · 1 syllable
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About the name Ozzie
Ozzie is a diminutive form of Oswald, derived from the Old English elements "os" (god) and "weald" (ruler), meaning "divine ruler" or "god's ruler." The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Australia and America, with notable bearers including Australian cricketer Ozzie Smith and the character Ozzy Osbourne popularizing the spelling variation in modern times.
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Etymology
Ozzie is a diminutive form of Oswald, derived from the Old English elements "os" (god) and "weald" (ruler), meaning "divine ruler" or "god's ruler." The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Australia and America, with notable bearers including Australian cricketer Ozzie Smith and the character Ozzy Osbourne popularizing the spelling variation in modern times.
Ozzie currently ranks #1,455 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2023.
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