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Oscar

Meaning: Deer lover

About Oscar

Oscar is a masculine given name of Irish origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Deer lover,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Oskar. Indicative pronunciation: OS-kar. Popular note: Vintage cool. When considering Oscar, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Irish

Variants

Oskar

Pronunciation

OS-kar

Popularity note

Vintage cool

FAQ — Oscar

What does the name Oscar mean?

Short meaning: Deer lover. See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Oscar?

Most associated origin: Irish.

Are there variants of Oscar?

Related forms: Oskar.