Strength or courage
Derived from the Hebrew word 'oz', meaning strength, power, or might. It is often used as a diminutive for names like Oswald or Osmond, but stands alone as a short, punchy biblical name. In modern culture, it is famously associated with the magical land created by L. Frank Baum.
Less common today
Oz isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,802 in 2019.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American actor and director
Main protagonist of the manga series · Pandora Hearts
Character in the TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer · Buffy the Vampire Slayer
The Wizard of Oz, ruler of the Emerald City · The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
