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The name Oscar means "God's spear" or "deer lover" and is of Irish and Gaelic origin. It was originally derived from two Gaelic words, "os" meaning "deer" and "car" meaning "loving" or "friendly". In Irish mythology, Oscar was the name of the son of Oisin, a hero of the Fianna who fought against invaders from other territories. The name became popular in the 19th century, especially after the famous playwright Oscar Wilde, whose full name was Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde. Today, Oscar is a popular name around the world, especially in English-speaking countries.

The name Oscar is popular in several countries including Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Germany, and the United States.

If you're looking for a name similar to Oscar, here are some great options:

• Oliver
• Jasper
• Theodore
• Felix
• Leo
• Hugo
• Gabriel
• Milo
• Atticus
• Sebastian