How Many People Are Named Oswaldo?
Complete statistics for the name Oswaldo: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Oswaldo, a very rare male name, is held by just 1 in 59,437 Americans today, making it quite unique. With around 5,552 people named Oswaldo living in the US, it peaked in popularity in 2006 when 461 babies were given this name.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 8 symbolizes power, authority, and success.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 29All 5,861 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: 2006Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Oswaldo Through the Generations
Oswaldo, a name that's been around for decades but remains uncommon, shows a strong preference among younger generations. Born in 2006, the peak year for the name, many of those named Oswaldo are now in their late twenties or early thirties. The majority, 64%, are under 30, indicating that it's a genuinely modern choice. As the older generation passes, the name's presence in the US is declining, though it still holds a special place for those who carry it.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Oswaldo's Spanish roots
📄 About the Name Oswaldo
How Many People Have the Name Oswaldo?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 5,552 people in the United States currently share the name Oswaldo. That works out to roughly 1 in every 59,437 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Oswaldo a Common or Rare Name?
Oswaldo 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.
What Does the Name Oswaldo Mean?
Oswaldo means "Spanish for 'prince'" and comes from Spanish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Oswaldo in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Oswaldo Most Popular?
The name Oswaldo reached peak popularity in 2006, with 461 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
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 Oswaldo?
Approximately 5,552 people named Oswaldo live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 5,861. That works out to roughly 1 in 59,437 Americans.
Is Oswaldo a rare name?
Oswaldo is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 59,437 Americans has this name.
What does the name Oswaldo mean?
Oswaldo means "Spanish for 'prince'" and comes from Spanish origins.
Is Oswaldo more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Oswaldo are male and 0% are female.
When was Oswaldo most popular?
Oswaldo peaked in 2006 with 461 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
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.