Boy
Oisin
little deer
About Oisin
There's something magical about this name that captures imagination immediately. Oisin brings a literary, almost poetic quality to any introduction, setting its bearer apart with an air of mystery and enchantment. The name feels both ancient and fresh, connecting to rich storytelling traditions while sounding thoroughly modern. Its unique spelling and pronunciation make it a conversation starter, giving children an interesting story to share about their name. Oisin works beautifully for creative, artistic families who appreciate names with depth and narrative weight. The name suggests someone who might be a dreamer, an artist, or a storyteller themselves. It's bold without being aggressive, gentle without being weak. Parents choosing this name demonstrate confidence and cultural awareness, selecting something truly distinctive that won't be shared by multiple classmates.
Popularity of the Name Oisin
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United Kingdom | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | #411 | #49 |
| 1998 | #353 | #38 |
| 1999 | #336 | #25 |
| 2000 | #283 | #22 |
| 2001 | #266 | #23 |
| 2002 | #272 | #25 |
| 2003 | #242 | #20 |
| 2004 | #258 | #18 |
| 2005 | #284 | #22 |
| 2006 | #301 | #16 |
| 2007 | #287 | #18 |
| 2008 | #291 | #16 |
| 2009 | #310 | #17 |
| 2010 | #334 | #17 |
| 2011 | #338 | #15 |
| 2012 | #338 | #14 |
| 2013 | #324 | #14 |
| 2014 | #312 | #13 |
| 2015 | #321 | #12 |
| 2016 | #316 | #8 |
| 2017 | #318 | #11 |
| 2018 | #317 | #13 |
| 2019 | #302 | #9 |
| 2020 | #332 | #14 |
| 2021 | #252 | #9 |
| 2022 | #259 | #5 |
| 2023 | #280 | #5 |
| 2024 | #286 | #8 |
| 2025 | #262 | #5 |
| 1964 | #261 | |
| 1965 | #219 | |
| 1966 | #248 | |
| 1968 | #193 | |
| 1969 | #202 | |
| 1970 | #165 | |
| 1971 | #167 | |
| 1972 | #183 | |
| 1973 | #159 | |
| 1974 | #170 | |
| 1975 | #197 | |
| 1976 | #162 | |
| 1977 | #164 | |
| 1978 | #159 | |
| 1979 | #144 | |
| 1980 | #140 | |
| 1981 | #131 | |
| 1982 | #117 | |
| 1983 | #119 | |
| 1984 | #133 | |
| 1985 | #129 | |
| 1986 | #111 | |
| 1987 | #106 | |
| 1988 | #103 | |
| 1989 | #110 | |
| 1990 | #89 | |
| 1991 | #84 | |
| 1992 | #77 | |
| 1993 | #73 | |
| 1994 | #60 | |
| 1995 | #56 | |
| 1996 | #57 |
Top names by country: United Kingdom · Ireland
Variations of Name Oisin
Names Similar to Oisin
Nicknames for Oisin
- Osh
- Ozzy
- Osh-Kosh
- Oz
Famous People Named Oisin
| Oisin McGrath | Irish musician |
| Oisin Tymon | British television producer |
| Oisin Stack | Irish actor |
| Oisin Lunny | Irish musician and producer |
| Oisin Hanrahan | Irish entrepreneur |
| Oisin O'Reilly | Irish rugby player |
| Oisin Murphy | Irish jockey |
| Oisin Nolan | Irish footballer |
| Oisin Quinn | Irish politician |
| Oisin McConville | Irish Gaelic footballer |
| Oisin Fagan | Irish boxer |
| Oisin Coghlan | Irish environmentalist |
| Oisin Kelly | Irish hurler |
| Oisin Mac Diarmada | Irish musician |
| Oisin McEntee | Irish footballer |
| Oisin Hurley | Irish hurler |
| Oisin Hughes | Irish Gaelic footballer |
| Oisin Bourke | Irish musician |
| Oisin Dillon | Irish rugby player |