Find out how popular the first name Ozma has been for the last 1 years (from 2022 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ozma by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Ozma is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 8 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Ozma.

The history of the first name Ozma

The name Ozma is a fictional name created by L. Frank Baum for his children's novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, published in 1900. It is not derived from any particular language or culture, but rather was invented by the author for the character of the ruler of the Land of Oz.

In Baum's book, Ozma is the long-lost rightful ruler of the Land of Oz, who had been hidden away as a baby by the Wicked Witches. She is eventually discovered and reinstated as the rightful princess and ruler of Oz. The name Ozma is thought to be a combination of the words "oz" (from the name of the fictional land) and "ma" (a common diminutive suffix for female names, such as in the names Emma or Alma).

As a fictional name created specifically for a literary work, Ozma does not have any historical references or appearances in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records prior to the publication of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz in 1900. The character of Ozma herself is the earliest recorded example of the name.

While the name Ozma is not a traditional given name, it has been used occasionally by parents who were inspired by the character from the Oz books. Some notable people with the first name Ozma include:

1. Ozma Riley (1889-1974), an American actress and vaudeville performer.
2. Ozma L. Wynn (1917-2002), an American artist and sculptor from Arkansas.
3. Ozma Moore (1892-1966), an American actress and singer.
4. Ozma Trull (1896-1960), an American vaudeville performer and dancer.
5. Ozma Lawrence (1890-1968), an American socialite and philanthropist from New York.

It is worth noting that while the name Ozma has been used by a few individuals throughout history, it remains a relatively rare and uncommon name, primarily due to its fictional origins and association with the Oz books.

Data source

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