Oswald
Meaning: God's power
Origin: Germanic/Austrian
Gender: Boy
Rank in Austria: #1134
Total births: 58
History: A name from the Germanic warrior tradition, carried by medieval knights and nobles across Austrian history.
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| Current rank (2023) | #267 |
| Babies named Oswald in 2023 | 1 |
| Total recorded in Austria | 58 |
| Peak year | 1985 (8 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #131 |
| Years in records | 1984–2023 (25 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Oswald
What does the name Oswald mean?
Oswald means “God's power” from Germanic/Austrian roots.
What is the origin of the name Oswald?
Oswald has Germanic/Austrian origin. The traditional meaning is “God's power”.
How popular is Oswald in Austria?
Oswald ranked #267 in Austria in 2023 — given to 1 babies that year.
Is Oswald a boy or girl name?
Oswald is predominantly a boys' name in Austria — over 90% of Oswalds in registered births are male.
How long has Oswald been recorded in Austria?
Oswald appears in birth records in Austria across 25 years — from 1984 through 2023.