Osama
Pronunciation: [ ohs-AHM-uh ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Osama first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 961 babies have been named Osama in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Osama is past its peak , currently ranked #7,159 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #7,159
- Total SSA Count
- 12
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About the Name Osama
Osama is a boy name .
Osama is currently ranked #7,159 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Osama include Osa, Osy, Osie, and Osakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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