Oswald vs Cassidy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oswald

Boy #2,124 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"divine power, God's rule"

Origin: Old English os weald

Cultural Roots

English German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,124
Total SSA Count
70
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Cassidy

Boy #2,323 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"curly-haired"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,323
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Oswald Rank #2,124
Cassidy Rank #2,323

Oswald is more popular, ranked #2124 vs #2323 for Cassidy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oswald or Cassidy more popular?

Oswald is more popular, ranked #2124 compared to Cassidy at #2323 in the United States.

What do Oswald and Cassidy mean?

Oswald means "divine power, God's rule" (Old English os weald origin). Cassidy means "curly-haired" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Oswald and Cassidy boy or girl names?

Oswald is primarily a boy name. Cassidy is primarily a boy name.

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