Ozzy is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #243 in 2024 with 203 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 203 births ranking #243. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 1,368 boys born was named Ozzy. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Ozzy is an energetic short form most often linked to Oswald or Osborne, and it usually inherits their older meanings. On its own, it feels playful and modern.
The name became especially recognisable through nickname use and public figures, then started appearing as an official first name. Its appeal is obvious in its bright, memorable sound.