Adrian vs Oscar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oscar

Boy #217 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God's spear"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Irish Scandinavian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#217
Total SSA Count
1,656
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Adrian Rank #72
Oscar Rank #217

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 vs #217 for Oscar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adrian or Oscar more popular?

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 compared to Oscar at #217 in the United States.

What do Adrian and Oscar mean?

Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin). Oscar means "God's spear" (Old English origin).

Are Adrian and Oscar boy or girl names?

Adrian is primarily a boy name. Oscar is primarily a boy name.

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