Oswaldo
Meaning of Oswaldo
Oswaldo is a male name with origins in both English and Spanish. In English, it is pronounced as oz-WAHL-doh (/ɔz-ˈwɑl-doʊ/), while in Spanish it is pronounced as os-WAHL-doh (/os-ˈwal-do/). The name has a variation, Osvaldo, which is also commonly used.
In terms of popularity in the United States, Oswaldo has seen varying levels of usage over the years. In recent times, it has been given to approximately 45 to 52 newborns per year, ranking around 2500 to 3000 in terms of popularity. It's worth noting that these rankings can fluctuate slightly from year to year.
Oswaldo carries associations with strength and power due to its meaning. This makes it an appealing choice for parents who want a strong and masculine name for their baby boy. Whether you prefer the English or Spanish pronunciation, Oswaldo is a unique and distinctive name that can make your child stand out.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as os-WAHL-doh (/os-ˈwal-do/)
English
- Pronunced as oz-WAHL-doh (/ɔz-ˈwɑl-doʊ/)
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Notable People Named Oswaldo
| Oswaldo Aranha - Oswaldo Euclides de Souza Aranha was a prominent Brazilian politician, diplomat, and statesman during the 1930s. |
| Oswaldo Goncalves Cruz was a Brazilian physician, bacteriologist, epidemiologist, and public health officer known for founding the Oswaldo Cruz Institute. |
| Oswaldo Celestino Arcia is a Venezuelan professional baseball outfielder who has played for several teams in Major League Baseball and the Nippon Professional Baseball. |
| Oswaldo Guayasamín Calero was an Ecuadorian painter and sculptor of Kichwa and Mestizo heritage. |
| Oswaldo Javier Sánchez Ibarra is a renowned Mexican former professional footballer and sports analyst, celebrated as one of the top goalkeepers in Mexican football history. |
| Oswaldo Goeldi, a Brazilian artist and celebrated engraver, was the son of Swiss naturalist Émil Goeldi. |
| Oswaldo Viveiros Montenegro is a Brazilian musician known for his work as a singer, composer of soundtracks for various media, and his notable partnership with Madalena Salles in the MPB genre. |
| Oswaldo Antonio Mairena is a former Major League Baseball relief pitcher for the Chicago Cubs and Florida Marlins. |
| Oswaldo Negri Jr. - Oswaldo "Ozz" Negri Jr. is a Brazilian racing driver from São Paulo. |
| Oswaldo Castillo, also known as Ozzie Castillo, was a Nicaraguan American gardener and construction worker who transitioned into acting. |
| Oswaldo Augusto Vizcarrondo Araujo is a retired Venezuelan international footballer who transitioned to coaching after his professional playing career, working with teams such as AS Sautron and FC Nantes. |
| Oswaldo Luizar Obregón is a Peruvian politician and former Congressman who studied Physics and represented Cusco from 2006 to 2011. |
| Oswaldo Novoa Mora is a Mexican professional boxer who was the WBC strawweight titleholder in 2014. |
| Óscar Oswaldo Larriva Alvarado was an Ecuadorian politician who served in the National Congress and as governor of Azuay Province at various times between 1992 and 2019. |
| Oswaldo Méndez is a Guatemalan equestrian who achieved notable success in show jumping at the 1976 and 1980 Summer Olympics. |
