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Oskar vs Terrence

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

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Popularity Comparison

Oskar Rank #1,722
Terrence Rank #1,525

Terrence is more popular, ranked #1525 vs #1722 for Oskar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oskar or Terrence more popular?

Terrence is more popular, ranked #1525 compared to Oskar at #1722 in the United States.

What do Oskar and Terrence mean?

Oskar means "divine spear, god's spear" (Old Norse ás + geirr origin). Terrence means "from the Roman gens Terentia" (Latin origin).

Are Oskar and Terrence boy or girl names?

Oskar is primarily a boy name. Terrence is primarily a boy name.

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