Usman is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #2480 in 1996 with 32 recorded births. This places Usman in the top 24% of ranked US boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 106 births ranking #1607. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 59,195 boys born was named Usman. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Usman is a long-established Arabic and Muslim name with deep historical roots. Its literal old meaning is not what drives its modern appeal; the weight of tradition matters more.
The name is important in Islamic history through Uthman ibn Affan and is widely used across Muslim communities in different transliterated forms. Its heritage and recognisability are central to its strength.