Oscar vs Steven

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oscar

Boy #217 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God's spear"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Irish Scandinavian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#217
Total SSA Count
1,656
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Oz, Ossie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Oscar Rank #217
Steven Rank #269

Oscar is more popular, ranked #217 vs #269 for Steven.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Oscar ___

  • Oscar James
  • Oscar William
  • Oscar Henry
  • Oscar Finn
  • Oscar Reid
  • Oscar Hugh

Steven ___

  • Steven James
  • Steven Michael
  • Steven Allen
  • Steven Paul
  • Steven Ray
  • Steven Anthony

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Oscar

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If you choose Steven

Kevin Brian Michelle Karen Jennifer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oscar or Steven more popular?

Oscar is more popular, ranked #217 compared to Steven at #269 in the United States.

What do Oscar and Steven mean?

Oscar means "God's spear" (Old English origin). Steven means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Oscar and Steven boy or girl names?

Oscar is primarily a boy name. Steven is primarily a boy name.

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