Ogie
Diminutive form of the masculine Spanish name Olegario, derived from Greek meaning "carefree".
Name Census estimates that about 0 living Americans carry the first name Ogie. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 71.4% of registrations being male. The average person named Ogie today is around 0 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ogie births was 1919 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ogie. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Ogie. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
0
~ - Americans
Peak year
1919
6 babies that year
Average age
-
1926 SSA rank
#4,644
Tracked since 1919
Gender
Gender distribution for Ogie
Ogie is one of the more evenly split names in the SSA data. Of the 21 total registrations, 15 (71.4%) were male and 6 (28.6%) were female.
Ogie as a male name
- Ranked #4,644 in 1926
- 5 male births in 1926
- Peak: 1920 (5 births)
Ogie as a female name
- Ranked #4,661 in 1919
- 6 female births in 1919
- Peak: 1919 (6 births)
Popularity
Ogie: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ogie from the 1910s through to the 1920s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 15 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ogie by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ogie during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Ogie
The name Ogie is believed to have its origins in the Igbo language spoken in southeastern Nigeria. It is derived from the Igbo word "ogu," which means "war" or "battle." The name likely emerged during the pre-colonial era when warfare and military prowess were highly valued in Igbo society.
In ancient Igbo culture, names often reflected important events, personal traits, or aspirations for a child's future. The name Ogie may have been given to boys born during times of conflict or to those whose parents wished for them to possess the qualities of a courageous warrior.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Ogie can be found in the oral traditions and folktales passed down through generations of Igbo storytellers. These stories often featured characters with names that embodied strength, resilience, and a connection to the land and cultural heritage.
While the name Ogie does not appear to have any direct references in religious scriptures or historical records, it has been borne by several notable individuals throughout history. One of the earliest known figures with this name was Ogie Agumagu, a renowned Igbo warrior and leader who lived in the 16th century and led his people in battles against neighboring kingdoms.
Another historical figure named Ogie was Ogie Nwachukwu, a prominent Igbo trader and entrepreneur in the 18th century. He established trade routes and built a successful business empire, contributing to the economic development of the region.
In the 20th century, Ogie Alozie gained recognition as a talented Nigerian artist and sculptor. Born in 1945, his works celebrated Igbo culture and traditions, often depicting scenes from daily life and mythology.
Ogie Nzeribe, born in 1938, was a Nigerian businessman and politician who served as a member of the Nigerian Senate and held various public offices throughout his career.
Ogie Plummer, born in 1933, was a British actor best known for his roles in television shows and films such as "The Omen" and "Brideshead Revisited." He had a successful career spanning several decades in the entertainment industry.
While the name Ogie may not be as common today as it once was, it continues to hold significance as a reflection of Igbo cultural heritage and a connection to the rich history and traditions of southeastern Nigeria.
People
Ogie + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ogie as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with O
Other first names starting with O with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ogie: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ogie?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 0 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ogie going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about - US residents.
Is Ogie a common name?
We classify Ogie as "Very Rare". It ranks above 2.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 21 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ogie most popular?
The single biggest year for Ogie was 1919, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ogie is about 0 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Ogie in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ogie a male name?
Yes, 71.4% of people registered as Ogie in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Ogie still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ogie in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Ogie can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Ogie?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.