How Many People Are Named Osiris?

Complete statistics for the name Osiris: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Osiris
Very Rare
Ancient Egyptian

Osiris is an ancient Egyptian name, very rare in the US with only 4,202 people bearing it, making up just 1 in 78,541 Americans. It's a modern name, with a big chunk, 88%, of those named Osiris being under 30.

~4,202
Living in US
1 in 78,541
Americans
2023
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

🌐
Origin
Ancient Egyptian
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Mysterious Powerful Revered
8
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 8 are believed to be natural leaders, often successful in business and finance.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

4,202
Worldwide Bearers
#24,485
Global Rank
🇦🇷 Argentina
520
🇪🇬 Egypt
130
🇺🇾 Uruguay
127
🇨🇱 Chile
98
🇵🇪 Peru
77
🇪🇸 Spain
75
🇪🇨 Ecuador
40
🇵🇭 Philippines
32
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
18
🇷🇺 Russia
15

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
3,344 (80%)
♀ Female
858 (20%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 15
3,744
Would be under 30 (88%)
515
Would be 30–60 (12%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 4,259 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2023

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
95
Classic Feel
13
Modern Appeal
100
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Osiris Through the Generations

Osiris has seen a surge in popularity, peaking in 2023 with 254 births. The average age of people named Osiris is 15, indicating it's a relatively new name embraced by younger parents. With 3,744 under-30s and only 515 aged between 30 and 60, it's clear that Osiris is favored among the younger generation.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 736
Texas 386
New York 247
Florida 135
Pennsylvania 83
Colorado 76
Ohio 75
Georgia 65
Arizona 64
Indiana 47

✨ Similar Names to Osiris

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Osiris's Ancient Egyptian roots

📄 About the Name Osiris

How Many People Have the Name Osiris?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4,202 people in the United States currently share the name Osiris. That works out to roughly 1 in every 78,541 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Osiris a Common or Rare Name?

Osiris is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Osiris in SSA data, approximately 80% are male and 20% are female.

When Was Osiris Most Popular?

The name Osiris reached peak popularity in 2023, with 254 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Osiris?

Approximately 4,202 people named Osiris live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 4,259. That works out to roughly 1 in 78,541 Americans.

Is Osiris a rare name?

Osiris is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 78,541 Americans has this name.

What does the name Osiris mean?

The meaning and origin of Osiris are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.

Is Osiris more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 80% of people named Osiris are male and 20% are female.

When was Osiris most popular?

Osiris peaked in 2023 with 254 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US4,202
All-Time Births4,259
1 in X1 in 78,541
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age15
Peak Year2023
World Rank#24,485
Male %80%
Female %20%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.