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Oscar

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"Gos spear, champion warrior"

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The story behind the name

Rooted in Irish culture and folklore, Oscar is a boy's name that means "God spear," "champion warrior." The name derives from the Gaelic elements os, meaning "deer," and car, meaning "loving," and he was one of the mightiest warriors to come from Irish legends. Though an Irish name through and through, Oscar is thought to have Norse and English roots and is a variation of the Old Norse name Ásgeirr. Oscar's lineage extends much farther than this, however, as he shares his title with icons Wilde, Isaac, and de la Renta. Oscar also fights for the crown in Hollywood, as he shares his name with the most coveted award in the film industry. A top name that's anchored by legends, literature, and the elite, Oscar is set to spearhead change

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Oscar De La Hoya

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Oscar Isaac

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Oscar de la Renta

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Oscar Wilde

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Oscar Pistorius

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Oscar de la Hoya

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