English

Oswin

Pronounced OZ-winShare

Meaning: God’s friend

  • Boy
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

An Old English name combining god and friend. Saint Oswin, a king of Northumbria, is a historical bearer; its later revival places it among medieval and vintage choices.

Nicknames

  • Oz
  • Ozzie

Spellings & variants

  • Oswine

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Oswin comes from English.

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