Oz Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Oz is a Hebrew name meaning strength or might. It has evolved from its biblical roots and is prominently known from the literary work 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'. The name conveys traits of power and resilience, with some biblical relevance. Its modern image is tied to fantasy and popular culture.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Oz"
Pronunciation
/ɔz/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Oz means 'strength' or 'might' in Hebrew.
Meaning
strength, might
Language Evolution
Oz (modern Hebrew)
Biblical Background
In the Bible, Oz is mentioned in relation to strength and power.
Historical Usage
The popularity of the name Oz gained traction in the 20th century, particularly due to the character from L. Frank Baum's 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'.
Variants & Derivatives
Ozzie, Ozie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Oz is often associated with fantasy and adventure, particularly from its connection to literature and film.
Famous People
Ozzy Osbourne, Oz Perkins
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Boy Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 45 peak births in 2019
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Oz"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Oz"
"Oz" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5333rd of 24088 | 239 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3366th of 23106 | 404 |
Regional Popularity of "Oz" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
44.45% 3317th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
62.40% 2800th/4487 |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
34.80% 2184th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Oz" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Oz"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Oz" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Oz" in the United States
The name Oz is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Oz has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Oz' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5333rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3366th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Oz' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.