Names Ósk

Ósk

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Ósk means "wish" or "desire" in Icelandic. It is a traditional name that has been traced back to the mythological figures of Norse mythology.
Popularity
Ósk is not a very popular name outside of Iceland. It is primarily used in Scandinavian countries like Norway, Denmark, and Sweden where it is still a somewhat popular choice for baby girls.

cartoon of the name Ósk
Cartoon of Ósk

Ósk Name meanings & History

Ósk originated from Scandinavia, particularly Iceland, where it is still used as a popular name today. The name Ósk means "wish" or "desire" in Icelandic. It is a traditional name that has been traced back to the mythological figures of Norse mythology. Old Norse name, directly from Old Norse ósk meaning "wish". This is related to Óski, one of the names of the Norse god Odin, and is found in ósk-mær or "wish-maiden", a common epithet of the Valkyries. Ósk is mostly used as a baby girl's name. It is a name that is often given to babies who are born during the winter season in Iceland, as it is considered to be a lucky name that brings good fortune and prosperity.

Zodiac Sign of Ósk: Obstinate Cancer,Obsessive Scorpio

Synonyms of Ósk:

O: Organized,Ostentatious,Obsessive,Obsolete,Obstinate

S: Sex,Sensuality,Social Standing,Solidity,Success,Status,Security

K: Kind,Karma,Karate,Kundalini

Ósk is:

  • a Natural name
  • a Refined name
  • a Strange name
  • a Youthful name

Famous People

Famous people with the name Ósk include Ósk Guðmundsdóttir, an Icelandic singer-songwriter, and Ósk Vilhjálmsdóttir, a former Miss Iceland.