Osiris
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Mighty or strength of the eye
Origin: Ancient Egyptian
Popularity: Ranked #1077 in 2025 with 200 babies born.
History: Osiris is the Greek rendering of the Ancient Egyptian name Usir, whose exact meaning is debated but may relate to power or sight. Osiris was one of the most important deities of ancient Egypt, god of the afterlife, death, and resurrection. Using the name today reflects an interest in mythology and ancient history.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Osiris? About 1 in 15,481 babies born in 2025 were named Osiris, or roughly 0.6 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Osiris
What does the name Osiris mean?
Osiris means “Mighty or strength of the eye” from Ancient Egyptian roots.
What is the origin of the name Osiris?
Osiris has Ancient Egyptian origin. The traditional meaning is “Mighty or strength of the eye”.
How popular is Osiris?
Osiris ranked #1075 in 2025 — given to 200 babies that year.
When was Osiris most popular?
Osiris peaked in 2020 with 244 babies registered that year.
Is Osiris a boy or girl name?
Osiris is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 80% of Osiriss are boys and 20% are girls.
Is the name Osiris rising or falling in popularity?
Osiris has risen 10190 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #11265 in 2020 to #1075 in 2025.
How long has Osiris been recorded?
Osiris appears in birth records across 55 years — from 1970 through 2025.