Declining since 2022, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Oshen since 2000
Babies named Oshen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | 33 |
| 2010s | 5 | 53 |
| 2020s | 0 | 64 |
Meaning & origin
Oshen is a rare modern name that first appeared on the U.S. popularity charts in 2004. As of 2025, it ranks 10,695, with an estimated 1 in 284,679 boys receiving the name. Its peak year was 2023, though its trajectory has been falling since 2022. The name has no recorded top state concentrations. Oshen's origins are unclear, but it likely belongs to the trend of invented names that draw on evocative sounds or nature themes, similar to other modern oceanic-inspired names. Its usage remains extremely uncommon, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a rare name with a contemporary feel.
Oshen first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2004, suggesting a modern coinage. It may be a respelling or variant of names like Ocean or Oshun, or a creative construction from fashionable sounds. The name has never ranked in the top 1000 and remains rare.
Sibling names for Oshen
Names that share Oshen's style, for a brother or sister.
