Ossy Name Meaning, Origin & Gender
Ossy is listed in our database as a boy name of English origin. Its recorded meaning is “Diminutive of Oscar: Divine spear; God's spear. Famous Bearer: poet Oscar Wilde (1854-1900), who was put on trial and imprisoned for homosexuality”.
Ossy Name at a Glance
| Name | Ossy |
|---|---|
| Meaning | Diminutive of Oscar: Divine spear; God's spear. Famous Bearer: poet Oscar Wilde (1854-1900), who was put on trial and imprisoned for homosexuality. |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | Boy |
What Does the Name Ossy Mean?
According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Ossy means “Diminutive of Oscar: Divine spear; God's spear. Famous Bearer: poet Oscar Wilde (1854-1900), who was put on trial and imprisoned for homosexuality”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.
Ossy Name Origin
Our database records Ossy under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.
Is Ossy a Boy or Girl Name?
In our database, Ossy is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.
Choosing the Name Ossy
When considering Ossy for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.
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