Osamu
Meaning of Osamu
Osamu is a strong and distinctive Japanese name for baby boys, pronounced as oh-SAH-moo (/oˈsɑmu/). The name Osamu has roots in Japan and is associated with qualities such as courage and resilience. While the name has variations like Osama, it carries a unique charm that sets it apart. In Hawaii, Osamu has been given to newborn boys since at least 1928, showing its enduring appeal and connection to diverse cultures. With its rich history and powerful sound, Osamu is a meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with depth and character for their son.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as oh-SAH-moo (/oˈsɑmu/)
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Notable People Named Osamu
| Osamu Tezuka was a prolific Japanese manga artist, cartoonist, and animator known as "the Father of Manga" and "the God of Manga," often compared to Walt Disney for his innovative contributions to the industry. |
| Shuji Tsushima, also known as Osamu Dazai, was a renowned Japanese novelist and author, celebrated for his modern-day classics like The Setting Sun and No Longer Human. |
| Osamu Fujimura was a pioneering Japanese physicist, phonetician, and linguist known for his influential work in speech science and related studies. |
| Osamu Shimomura was a Japanese organic chemist and marine biologist, known for his Nobel Prize-winning discovery of green fluorescent protein (GFP). |
| Osamu Suzuki is a prominent Japanese businessman who has been the Chairman of Suzuki Motor Corporation since 1978 and will retire in June 2021. |
| Osamu Kitajima, also known as Justin Heathcliff, is a versatile Japanese musician, producer, and composer. |
| Osamu Higashio is a former Japanese baseball player and manager known for his successful career as a pitcher in the 1980s and his managerial role with the Seibu Lions. |
| Osamu Kobayashi was a renowned Japanese animator and director known for his work on BECK: Mongolian Chop Squad and Paradise Kiss, who sadly passed away in 2021. |
| Osamu Takizawa was a renowned Japanese actor known for his exceptional performances in theater and film. |
| Osamu Kobayashi is a renowned Japanese animator and animation director, famous for his work on Creamy Mami, the Magic Angel, and is associated with Ajia-do Animation Works. |
| Osamu Watanabe is a retired Japanese freestyle wrestler who is considered one of the best wrestlers in Olympic history, having won all his few hundred bouts during his brief career. |
| Osamu Hamanaka is a former Japanese professional baseball player who played for the Hanshin Tigers, Orix Buffaloes, and Tokyo Yakult Swallows. |
| Osamu Sato is a Japanese professional boxer who became the WBA super bantamweight champion in 2002. |
| Osamu Abe is a former Nippon Professional Baseball player for the Seibu Lions in Japan's Pacific League. |
| Osamu Yamazaki is a Japanese freestyle skier who participated in the men's moguls event at the 1992 Winter Olympics. |
