Oslo
AHZ-lo
✦ Meaning
“Scandinavian place name derived from Old Norse Ós-ló, meaning 'meadow of the gods.' The capital of Norway carries connotations of Northern beauty and quiet strength.”
Popularity Over Time
Oslo is not currently in the US top 1000.
Origin
Syllables
2
Style
Famous Bearers
- Oslo Breed (musician)
- location of Nobel Peace Prize
Cross-Cultural Notes
Scandinavian origin, works internationally
People Also Ask
Scandinavian place name derived from Old Norse Ós-ló, meaning 'meadow of the gods.' The capital of Norway carries connotations of Northern beauty and quiet strength.
Oslo is not currently in the US top 1000, making it a genuinely rare choice. It's trending up as more parents discover it.
Oslo works beautifully as a full name and does not lend itself to an obvious short form. Most parents see that as a feature.
Names that pair beautifully with Oslo include Rio, Berlin, Atlas, Leo.