Ozman

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Pronounced OZ-mun /ˈɑːz.mən/Medium

Meaning: Ozman reads as a spelling of Osman, the Turkish form of Arabic Uthman — the name of the third caliph and of Osman I, founder of the Ottoman dynasty. The Arabic name has been glossed 'bustard chick' or 'wise; young serpent,' and its meaning is debated. The Oz- spelling is a modern variant; routes uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A modern spelling of Osman, the Turkish form of Uthman — the name behind the Ottomans (said 'OZ-mun'). Routes uncertain, which we note.

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Origin LowTurkish, Arabic

MeaningOzman reads as a spelling of Osman, the Turkish form of Arabic Uthman — the name of the third caliph and of Osman I, founder of the Ottoman dynasty. The Arabic name has been glossed 'bustard chick' or 'wise; young serpent,' and its meaning is debated. The Oz- spelling is a modern variant; routes uncertain, which we note.

U.S. rank (2024)#13677 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2020

Total births (all-time)≈ 16

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

Ozman reads as a variant spelling of Osman, the Turkish form of Arabic Uthman. Uthman was the third caliph, and Osman I founded the dynasty that gave the Ottoman Empire its name. The Arabic name's own gloss is contested. The Oz- spelling is modern, and the routes are uncertain, which we note (said 'OZ-mun').

In the U.S. it is very rare for boys. Rare, historical, and strong.

Did you know? The word 'Ottoman' comes from Osman I, whose name is the Turkish form of Arabic Uthman. Ozman is a modern spelling of it, and the original meaning has long been debated (said 'OZ-mun').

Overall data confidence 36%

References — Ozman — spelling of Osman/Uthman; meaning debated

Variations

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Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Ozman mean?

Ozman is a spelling of Osman, the Turkish form of Arabic Uthman; the original meaning is debated. Routes uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Ozman?

It's said OZ-mun /ˈɑːz.mən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Ozman a boy or girl name?

Ozman is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Ozman?

Ozman is a very rare name for boys in the U.S.