Osman
Osman is a Muslim boy name of Turkish / Persian form of Arabic ʿUthmān origin, meaning “Young bustard; the name of the third caliph”.
| Meaning | Young bustard; the name of the third caliph |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish / Persian form of Arabic ʿUthmān |
| Written as | عثمان |
| Pronunciation | os-MAHN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Balkans, Somalia, Central Asia |
Meaning and origin of Osman
Osman is the form of ʿUthmān used in Turkish, Persian and the Balkans, with the Arabic th sound turning into s. The original Arabic word is traditionally said to mean a young bustard or a similar bird. It recalls ʿUthmān ibn ʿAffān, who served as the third caliph, and in Turkey it also recalls Osman I, who founded the Ottoman dynasty. It is common in Somalia and Central Asia too.
Is Osman a Muslim name?
Osman is the Turkish and Balkan shape of Uthman, recalling the Companion and third caliph ʿUthman ibn ʿAffan.
How popular is Osman?
Osman is common in Turkey, the Balkans, Somalia and Central Asia, with Usman the South Asian form and Ousmane the West African one.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Osman mean?
Osman means 'Young bustard; the name of the third caliph'. It is of Turkish / Persian form of Arabic ʿUthmān origin.
Is Osman a Muslim name?
Osman is the Turkish and Balkan shape of Uthman, recalling the Companion and third caliph ʿUthman ibn ʿAffan.
How do you pronounce Osman?
Osman is pronounced os-MAHN.
Is Osman a boy or girl name?
Osman is usually a boy name.