Cassidy vs Oswald

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
Nicknames
Oz, Ozzy, Ossie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cassidy Rank #476
Oswald Rank #2,124

Cassidy is more popular, ranked #476 vs #2124 for Oswald.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cassidy ___

  • Cassidy Rose
  • Cassidy Ann
  • Cassidy Jane
  • Cassidy Renee
  • Cassidy Elizabeth
  • Cassidy Marie

Oswald ___

  • Oswald James
  • Oswald Henry
  • Oswald Frederick
  • Oswald Arthur
  • Oswald Edmund
  • Oswald George

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cassidy or Oswald more popular?

Cassidy is more popular, ranked #476 compared to Oswald at #2124 in the United States.

What do Cassidy and Oswald mean?

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

Are Cassidy and Oswald boy or girl names?

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

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