Oskar
boy name#1743 in 2025Oskar entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #1183 in 2016, ranks #1743 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1916–2025
#1743
rank today
#1183
peak (2016)
93
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3897 |
| 1920s | #3872 |
| 1960s | #3837 |
| 1970s | #4976 |
| 1980s | #5569 |
| 1990s | #2888 |
| 2000s | #1725 |
| 2010s | #1335 |
| 2020s | #1505 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Oskar has been most popular in CA, MN, NY.
Living bearers
About 3,200 people named Oskar are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Oskar is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Oskar in 2025?
- Oskar ranks #1743 among US boy names in 2025, with 93 babies given the name.
- When was the name Oskar most popular?
- Oskar peaked in 2016, reaching #1183 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Oskar with classmates?
- Oskar will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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