How Many People Are Named Oskar?
Complete statistics for the name Oskar: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Oskar, a very rare male name, is held by just 1 in 106,678 Americans today, making it quite unique. With an estimated 3,093 people named Oskar living in the US, it's clear this name has a strong modern appeal. The majority, 91%, are under 30, indicating its popularity among younger generations.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 1 symbolizes leadership and independence.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 16All 3,148 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: 2016Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Oskar Through the Generations
Oskar has seen a steady rise in popularity, particularly since its peak in 2016 when 160 babies were given this name. Today, the average age of someone named Oskar is 16, reflecting its status as a genuinely modern choice. Among those named Oskar, 2,863 are under 30, 268 are between 30 and 60, and only 17 are over 60, showing how this name has become increasingly popular among younger parents.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Oskar
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Other names sharing Oskar's German roots
📄 About the Name Oskar
How Many People Have the Name Oskar?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,093 people in the United States currently share the name Oskar. That works out to roughly 1 in every 106,678 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Oskar a Common or Rare Name?
Oskar 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 Oskar in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Oskar Most Popular?
The name Oskar reached peak popularity in 2016, with 160 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 Oskar?
Approximately 3,093 people named Oskar live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,148. That works out to roughly 1 in 106,678 Americans.
Is Oskar a rare name?
Oskar is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 106,678 Americans has this name.
What does the name Oskar mean?
The meaning and origin of Oskar are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Oskar more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Oskar are male and 0% are female.
When was Oskar most popular?
Oskar peaked in 2016 with 160 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.