Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • All Collections
      • Census & Voter Lists
      • Birth, Marriage & Death
      • Military
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2006-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Oswaldo

      Origin

      Spanish

      Meaning

      God Rule

      Variations

      Osvaldo, Oswald, Waldo
      The name Oswaldo has its origins in the Spanish language, specifically derived from the combination of two elements: os meaning God, and waldo meaning rule. This combination gives the name Oswaldo the meaning of God Rule. Over the course of history, the name Oswaldo has been used in various cultures and has seen both significant historical usage and continued popularity in modern times.

      In history, the name Oswaldo finds its roots in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking regions. It gained prominence through the influence of religious figures and rulers in medieval Spain and Portugal. These individuals often bestowed the name Oswaldo upon their children as a way to emphasize their belief in divine authority and their rule as a representative of God. This usage helped establish Oswaldo as a name connected to power, leadership, and religious devotion.

      In modern-day usage, Oswaldo continues to be a popular name, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries and communities. It maintains its association with strength and authority, often chosen by parents seeking names with profound meanings. Additionally, Oswaldo has gained popularity as a name in various parts of the world, further underscoring its significance. Overall, the name Oswaldo represents a rich history of power and religious devotion, while remaining a meaningful choice for contemporary parents seeking a name that conveys both strength and spiritual significance.

      Based on our records...

      Silva

      Silva

      This is the most common surname associated with Oswaldo.
      Maria

      Maria

      This is the most common name of those married to a Oswaldo.
      Oswaldo

      Oswaldo

      This is the most common name for a child of a Oswaldo.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1933 is when there were the most people born with the first name Oswaldo.

      Explore the origins of another name.