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Othman

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Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Bustard Bird"

Othman is an Arabic name historically linked to early Islamic history, traditionally glossed with a bird-related meaning.

Themes:arabicislamichistoricaltraditional
CelestialCosmicNatureNaturalUniqueRare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Othman

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#4031Ranked nationally
SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

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Othman did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Othman Nicknames

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Baby Name Lists That Include Othman

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Othman mean?
Othman means "Bustard Bird". Othman is an Arabic name historically linked to early Islamic history, traditionally glossed with a bird-related meaning
What is the origin of Othman?
Othman is of Arabic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Othman?
According to the latest SSA data, Othman is currently ranked #4031 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Othman a boy name?
Othman is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Othman?
Popular nicknames for Othman include othy, ot, OT, many, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Othman?
There are many names similar to Othman in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginArabic
Syllables2
Length6 letters
US Rank#4031
Trend↑ Rising
Starts withO

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