Osama
boy name#5208 in 2025Osama entered the US charts in 1968, peaked at #1642 in 1999, ranks #5208 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1968–2025
#5208
rank today
#1642
peak (1999)
18
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3673 |
| 1970s | #4389 |
| 1980s | #2881 |
| 1990s | #2055 |
| 2000s | #7636 |
| 2010s | #7751 |
| 2020s | #6839 |
Living bearers
About 900 people named Osama are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Osama alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Osama in 2025?
- Osama ranks #5208 among US boy names in 2025, with 18 babies given the name.
- When was the name Osama most popular?
- Osama peaked in 1999, reaching #1642 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Osama with classmates?
- Osama will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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