Osama
Osama is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Lion”.
| Meaning | Lion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | أسامة |
| Pronunciation | oo-SAH-mah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Levant, Gulf States, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Osama
Osama is the best-known English spelling of Usāma, an ancient Arabic word for the lion. The name is most honoured through Usāma ibn Zayd, whose father Zayd ibn Ḥāritha had been freed by the Prophet, and who was lovingly called the beloved son of the one beloved. The name is still common throughout the Arab world and South Asia, in spellings such as Usama, Ossama and Oussama.
Is Osama a Muslim name?
Osama is an Arabic name meaning lion, made dear to Muslims by the Companion Usama ibn Zayd.
How popular is Osama?
Osama is common in Egypt, the Levant, the Gulf and Pakistan.
Gifts with the name Osama
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Spellings and variants of Osama
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Osama mean?
Osama means 'Lion'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Osama a Muslim name?
Osama is an Arabic name meaning lion, made dear to Muslims by the Companion Usama ibn Zayd.
How do you pronounce Osama?
Osama is pronounced oo-SAH-mah.
Is Osama a boy or girl name?
Osama is usually a boy name.