Old English boy name
Oscar Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Oscar means divine spear (debated). Of debated origin; possibly Old English os, god, plus gar, spear, or a Gaelic root.
Oscar has a debated background. One theory ties it to Old English elements os, meaning god, and gar, meaning spear, while another traces it to Gaelic legend, where Oscar is the grandson of the hero Fionn mac Cumhaill; the name spread widely in the eighteenth century through the Ossian poems. It was then adopted into Scandinavia, where it appears for kings of Sweden and Norway. Oscar Wilde, the Irish playwright, is the best known English-language bearer, and the Oscar statuette of the film academy has increased its familiarity. The name has a playful, friendly feel, and Ossie is a classic nickname.
Variants of Oscar
OskarOscarOsgarOssie
Well-known people named Oscar
Oscar Wilde, Oscar Isaac.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Oscar mean?
Oscar means "divine spear (debated)". Of debated origin; possibly Old English os, god, plus gar, spear, or a Gaelic root.
How do you pronounce Oscar?
Oscar is pronounced OS-ker.
What is the origin of Oscar?
Oscar is of Old English origin. Of debated origin; possibly Old English os, god, plus gar, spear, or a Gaelic root.