Oswin

Old English

"God's friend"

Oswin Origin and Meaning

The name Oswin is a boy's name of English origin meaning "God's friend".

Ancient name, near obsolete now, but could make a good alternative to Owen for the adventurous baby namer.

Doctor Who fans will recognize this as part of his companion's name, Clara Oswin Oswald.

Oswin Rank in Nameberry Top 1000

# 1926 on Nameberry

Popularity of the name Oswin

• 1926 Nameberry 2025

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Famous People Named Oswin

• Saint Oswine King of Deira, England
• Oswine King of Kent
• Oswin Harvard Gibbs Smith, Dean of Winchester Cathedral

The name Oswin in Pop Culture

• Oswin Oswald "Souffle Girl" from Doctor Who