Osagie
A masculine name of Nigerian origin meaning "victor" or "conqueror".
Name Census estimates that about 36 living Americans carry the first name Osagie. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Osagie today is around 19 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Osagie births was 2013 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Osagie. 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 Osagie. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
36
~ 1 in 9,520,954 Americans
Peak year
2013
6 babies that year
Average age
19
years old
2016 SSA rank
#13,667
Tracked since 1999
Popularity
Osagie: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Osagie from the 1990s through to the 2010s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 20 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Osagie remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Osagie 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 Osagie 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 Osagie
The name Osagie originates from the Edo language spoken in parts of southern Nigeria, particularly in Edo State. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period of the Benin Empire, which flourished between the 14th and 19th centuries.
The name Osagie is derived from the Edo words "osa" meaning "traveler" and "gie" meaning "great" or "noble." Therefore, the name can be interpreted as "noble traveler" or "great traveler." This name may have been given to individuals who were known for their extensive travels or those who undertook important journeys for trade, exploration, or diplomatic missions.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Osagie can be found in the oral traditions and folklore of the Edo people. These stories often featured characters with the name Osagie, highlighting their adventurous spirits and their ability to navigate through different territories and cultures.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Osagie. One of the earliest known figures was Osagie Iduriese, an Edo merchant and explorer who lived in the 15th century and was renowned for his extensive trade routes across West Africa.
In the 18th century, Osagie Iginua was a respected leader and diplomat from the Benin Empire who played a crucial role in negotiating treaties and establishing alliances with neighboring kingdoms.
During the 19th century, Osagie Ogbeide was a prominent Edo scholar and historian who documented the cultural traditions and historical events of the Benin people, preserving their rich heritage for future generations.
In more recent times, Osagie Enahire (1923-2010) was a Nigerian writer and journalist who contributed significantly to the literary landscape of his country. His works explored themes of cultural identity, social justice, and the complexities of post-colonial Nigeria.
Another notable figure is Osagie Imasogie (1937-2012), a Nigerian business magnate and philanthropist who founded the Imasogie Group, a conglomerate with interests in various sectors, including construction, real estate, and manufacturing.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Osagie throughout history, each making their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural, intellectual, and economic spheres.
People
Osagie + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Osagie 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
Osagie: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Osagie?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 36 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Osagie 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 1 in 9,520,954 US residents.
Is Osagie a common name?
We classify Osagie as "Very Rare". It ranks above 49.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 36 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Osagie most popular?
The single biggest year for Osagie was 2013, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Osagie is about 19 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Osagie a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Osagie 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.
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.