Oscar
Male name · ★ Classic
110,220
Total Births
1890
Peak Year
#215
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Oscar
Oscar is a classic male name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 110,220 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1890s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 12,706 births |
| 1890s | 12,792 births |
| 1900s | 10,017 births |
| 1910s | 10,257 births |
| 1920s | 8,561 births |
| 1930s | 5,195 births |
| 1940s | 4,254 births |
| 1950s | 4,611 births |
| 1960s | 3,931 births |
| 1970s | 4,712 births |
| 1980s | 6,092 births |
| 1990s | 10,824 births |
| 2000s | 12,073 births |
| 2010s | 3,146 births |
| 2020s | 1,049 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Oscar?
Oscar has been given to 110,220 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1890 with 1,410 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #215.
Is Oscar a boy or girl name?
Oscar is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Oscar most popular?
Oscar was most popular in 1890, when 1,410 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Oscar?
Oscar first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).