| Meaning | strength, power |
| Origin | Australian, Hebrew, Turkish |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 2 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Syllabification | Oz |
About Oz
Oz packs maximum punch into minimal space, proving that great things truly do come in small packages. This two-letter powerhouse delivers instant memorability and undeniable coolness factor. There's boldness in choosing Oz, a willingness to go against conventional naming wisdom that says longer means more substantial. The name carries whimsical undertones while maintaining serious credibility—it's playful without being childish, brief without being incomplete. Oz works beautifully as a full first name rather than just a nickname, giving a child something truly distinctive that he'll never have to share with classmates. The literary and cultural references add layers of interest without overwhelming the name's essential simplicity. Parents selecting Oz often value creativity, individuality, and aren't afraid of making unconventional choices. It's a conversation starter, a name that makes people smile while also commanding respect. Oz ages surprisingly well, working for a toddler, teenager, and adult professional with equal effectiveness. For families seeking maximum impact with minimal letters, Oz delivers spectacularly.
Nicknames for Oz
| O |
| Ozzy |
| Oze |
| Ozza |
Famous People Named Oz
| Ozzy Osbourne | English singer and songwriter |
| Oz Perkins | American actor and director |
| Oz Scott | American director and producer |
| Oz Almog | Israeli historian and author |
| Oz Fox | American musician - Stryper |
| Oz Svärdsjö | Swedish footballer |
| Oz Cole-Arnal | Canadian theologian and author |
| Oz Clarke | British wine writer and television presenter |
| Oz Lotem | Israeli politician |
| Oz Chaim | Israeli basketball player |
| Oz Bengur | Turkish businessman and philanthropist |
| Oz Sahin | Turkish actor |
| Oz van der Wal | Dutch racing cyclist |
| Oz Knoebel | German artist |
| Oz Johnson | Australian rugby player |
| Oz Whitehead | Australian rules footballer |
| Oz Baker | American baseball player |
| Oz Baldwin | American football player |
| Oz Harte | Australian musician |
| Oz Pearlman | American mentalist and magician |
Characters Named Oz
| Oz the Great and Powerful | Wizard in L. Frank Baum's Oz series |
| Oz Bezarius | Pandora Hearts anime/manga character |
| Oz Vessalius | Pandora Hearts anime/manga character |
| Oz Scott | TV show character from "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" |
| Oz Karahan | Character in the Turkish TV series "Medcezir" |
| Oz Brown | Character in the movie "American Pie" |
| Oz Keegan | Character in the TV show "Locke & Key" |
| Oz Wyatt | Character in the TV show "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" |
| Oz Hanavi | Character in the TV show "Fauda" |
| Oz Kaminarimon | Character in the anime "Durarara!!" |
| Oz Coleman | Character in the TV show "Billions" |
| Oz Buchanan | Character in the TV show "Home and Away" |
| Oz Maloan | Character in the book "The Never List" by Koethi Zan |
| Oz Freakley | Character in the TV show "Neighbours" |
| Oz Jackson | Character in the TV show "The O.C" |
| Oz Garcia | Character in the TV show "The L Word" |
| Oz Harand | Character in the game "The Legend of Heroes - Trails of Cold Steel" |