Oswald vs Flint

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oswald

Boy #2,124 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"divine power, God's rule"

Origin: Old English os weald

English German American

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Boy #1,981 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"hard grey quartz, fire-making stone"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Oswald Rank #2,124

Flint Rank #1,981

Flint is more popular, ranked #1981 vs #2124 for Oswald.

Is Oswald or Flint more popular?

Flint is more popular, ranked #1981 compared to Oswald at #2124 in the United States.

What do Oswald and Flint mean?

Oswald means "divine power, God's rule" (Old English os weald origin). Flint means "hard grey quartz, fire-making stone" (Old English origin).

Are Oswald and Flint boy or girl names?

Oswald is primarily a boy name. Flint is primarily a boy name.