Osher
About Osher
Osher is a masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning 'happiness' or 'bliss.' This meaningful name carries positive connotations in Jewish tradition, where it represents joy and contentment. While not widely used globally, Osher has maintained steady popularity in Israel and within Jewish communities worldwide. The name's simple pronunciation and profound meaning make it appealing to parents seeking a name with cultural significance and optimistic associations. Osher has gained some recognition beyond Jewish communities in recent years as parents increasingly look to diverse cultural sources for distinctive yet meaningful names. Its connection to happiness gives it universal appeal, though it remains relatively uncommon in Western countries compared to other Hebrew names that have achieved mainstream status.
Pronounced AH-sher.
As of October 2026, Osher ranked #8735 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2469 in 1958.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Osher on lists
Famous Oshers
- Andrew "Osher" Günsberg
English,Australian TV presenter
- Osher Zeitun
Israeli footballer
- Osher Weiss
American rabbi and author
- Osher Zilberstein
Polish,American rabbi and scholar