Oskar vs Ciaran

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oskar

Boy #1,722 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"divine spear, god's spear"

Origin: Old Norse ás + geirr

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian German Polish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,722
Total SSA Count
96
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Oskar Rank #1,722
Ciaran Rank #1,779

Oskar is more popular, ranked #1722 vs #1779 for Ciaran.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oskar or Ciaran more popular?

Oskar is more popular, ranked #1722 compared to Ciaran at #1779 in the United States.

What do Oskar and Ciaran mean?

Oskar means "divine spear, god's spear" (Old Norse ás + geirr origin). Ciaran means "little dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Oskar and Ciaran boy or girl names?

Oskar is primarily a boy name. Ciaran is primarily a boy name.

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