Oswald Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Oswald Name at a Glance

Name	Oswald
Meaning	'Tragedy of King Lear' Steward to Goneril.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Oswald Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Oswald means “'Tragedy of King Lear' Steward to Goneril”. 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.

Oswald Name Origin

Our database records Oswald under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Oswald a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Oswald is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Oswald

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