Ozil

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Pronounced OH-zil /ˈoʊ.zɪl/Medium

Meaning: A modern given name from the surname Ozil/Ozil (Turkish, variously 'essential; original/core'); borne by the footballer Mesut Ozil; routes uncertain; we note the footballerLow

In 30 seconds: A modern surname-name: Ozil. Crisp, modern, and warm (said 'OH-zil'). We note the footballer.

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Origin LowAmerican, Turkish

MeaningA modern given name from the surname Ozil/Ozil (Turkish, variously 'essential; original/core'); borne by the footballer Mesut Ozil; routes uncertain; we note the footballer

U.S. rank (2025)#8071 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births10 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2012

Total births (all-time)≈ 146

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Ozil is a modern given name from the surname Ozil (Turkish, variously 'essential; original/core'); borne by the footballer Mesut Ozil (routes uncertain, which we note the footballer). A crisp, modern name (said 'OH-zil').

In the U.S. it appears very recently, boosted by the athlete. Rare, a-surname-name, and crisp.

Did you know? Ozil is a modern given name from the surname (Turkish, variously 'essential; original') — borne by the footballer Mesut Ozil — a crisp, modern name (the routes are uncertain, which we note; said 'OH-zil').

Overall data confidence 22%

References — Ozil — Turkish surname-name; routes uncertain

Variations

OzillOzel

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Ozil mean?

Ozil is a modern given name from the surname Ozil (Turkish, variously 'essential; original'); borne by Mesut Ozil. We flag the routes.

How do you pronounce Ozil?

It's said OH-zil /ˈoʊ.zɪl/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Ozil a boy or girl name?

Ozil is a boy's name.

How popular is Ozil?

Ozil is a very rare name in the U.S.