Usman

You may well wonder what a "bustard" is, given the odd meaning of this widely-used Arabic name. It's a large bird. Usman is widely used throughout Muslim communities worldwide, particularly in South Asia, the Middle East, and parts of Africa. In countries like Pakistan, India, Nigeria, and Sudan,

it remains consistently popular. The name carries religious significance for Muslims and is often chosen to honor the historical Islamic figure, the third caliph of the Muslims and a companion (and son-in-law) of Muhammad. Variations include Osman (Turkish), Othman (Arabic), and Uthmaan (alternative transliteration).

Pronounced OOS-mun.

As of October 2026, Usman ranked #1607 in US births in 2025 SSA.