Boy name
Usman name meaning
“a young bustard”
Usman is a masculine Arabic name commonly linked to the meaning a young bustard. It derives from ʿUthmān, an old name with that lexical association. Oesman is a spelling variant, and the name is also associated with Uthman ibn Affan, the third caliph in Islamic history.
What does Usman mean?
The ending -man has different origins in Rahman, Herman, and Budiman. In Budiman, it relates to a Sanskrit element meaning ‘possessing’, but that explanation does not apply to every name ending in -man. More boy names ending in -man →
Origin and cultural usage of Usman
From Arabic ʿUthmān, an old name lexically associated with a young bustard. It is associated with Uthman ibn Affan, the third caliph.
| Linguistic origin | Arabic |
|---|---|
| Naming tradition | Islamic |
| In Islamic history | Companions of the Prophet |
| Starts with | U |
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Usman in Islam and the Quran
Usman does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Usman
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Usman, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Usman as a first name
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Usman Rafi
Interpretation
May this young bustard grow to hold an elevated position.Meaning of each word
- Usman: a young bustard
- Rafi: high-ranking, exalted
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Interpretation
A young bustard bringing joyful news and an abundance of goodness.Meaning of each word
- Usman: a young bustard
- Kausar: abundant goodness
- Bachir: bearer of glad tidings
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Usman Wafi
Interpretation
May this young bustard grow into one who remains faithful.Meaning of each word
- Usman: a young bustard
- Wafi: faithful; keeping promises
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Usman Raihan
Interpretation
A young bustard nestled among plants with a fragrant aroma.Meaning of each word
- Usman: a young bustard
- Raihan: a fragrant aromatic plant
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Usman Fitrah
Interpretation
May this young bustard grow according to its natural disposition.Meaning of each word
- Usman: a young bustard
- Fitrah: innate disposition, original nature
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Interpretation
May this young bustard receive nobility and abundant gifts of goodness.Meaning of each word
- Usman: a young bustard
- Kautsar: an abundant gift of goodness
- Rafi: high-ranking, exalted
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Usman Hikam
Interpretation
May this young bustard grow with wisdom and wise counsel.Meaning of each word
- Usman: a young bustard
- Hikam: wisdom and wise sayings
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Usman Fadlan
Interpretation
May this young bustard grow with nobility and a generous heart.Meaning of each word
- Usman: a young bustard
- Fadlan: excellence, merit, generosity
Usman as a middle name
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Interpretation
A beloved young bustard surrounded by goodness and good things.Meaning of each word
- Khoir: goodness, something good
- Usman: a young bustard
- Habibi: my beloved, my dear
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Interpretation
A refreshed young bustard in the first light of morning.Meaning of each word
- Riyan: fresh, quenched of thirst
- Usman: a young bustard
- Alfajar: the first light of dawn
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Interpretation
May this young bustard achieve great success with a pure heart.Meaning of each word
- Fawwaz: highly successful, often victorious
- Usman: a young bustard
- Azka: purer, more virtuous
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Interpretation
A young bustard that brings together both victory and beauty.Meaning of each word
- Alfath: opening, victory
- Usman: a young bustard
- Gamal: beauty, loveliness
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Interpretation
May this young bustard hold an elevated position and pursue knowledge deeply.Meaning of each word
- Rafi: high-ranking, exalted
- Usman: a young bustard
- Bagir: one who delves into knowledge
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Interpretation
A young bustard welcoming new openings and victory at dawn.Meaning of each word
- Alfath: opening, victory
- Usman: a young bustard
- Fajri: relating to dawn
Usman as a last name
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Tamami Usman
Interpretation
May this young bustard grow in a state of perfection and completeness.Meaning of each word
- Tamami: perfection, completeness
- Usman: a young bustard
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Interpretation
May this young bustard bring honor through the achievement of victory.Meaning of each word
- Muiz: one who bestows honor
- Fathi: associated with opening or victory
- Usman: a young bustard
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Azizi Usman
Interpretation
A young bustard who remains a dearly beloved little one.Meaning of each word
- Azizi: my dear one
- Usman: a young bustard
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Shidqi Usman
Interpretation
May this young bustard be honest and hold firmly to truth.Meaning of each word
- Shidqi: truthful, committed to honesty
- Usman: a young bustard
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Nadhif Usman
Interpretation
May this young bustard grow clean and remain well cared for in cleanliness.Meaning of each word
- Nadhif: clean and well kept
- Usman: a young bustard
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Hamam Usman
Interpretation
May this young bustard grow with strong determination and abundant enthusiasm.Meaning of each word
- Hamam: resolute, energetic
- Usman: a young bustard
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How to pronounce Usman
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /usman/ |
| Arabic script | عثمان |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦸꦱ꧀ꦩꦤ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮅᮞ᮪ᮙᮔ᮪ |
Is Usman a boy’s name?
Yes, Usman is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 91% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Usman ranks #39 among boy names in our data sample (256 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Usman
Names with related meanings
Famous people named Usman
- Usman Janatin · b. 1943
- Usman Pribadi · b. 1983
- Teuku Usman Yacoub
- Usman Abdullah · b. 1969
- Usman Husin
- Usman Ja'far · b. 1951
- Usman Sidik · b. 1973
- Raja Usman Draman · b. 1939
- Sayyid Usman Syahabuddin
- Usman Chatib Warsa · b. 1947
- Usman Ermulan
- Usman Hamid
FAQ about the name Usman
What is the meaning of Usman?
Usman means a young bustard. From Arabic ʿUthmān, an old name lexically associated with a young bustard. It is associated with Uthman ibn Affan, the third caliph.
Is Usman a boy’s name?
Yes, Usman is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 91% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Usman?
Usman is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Usman in the Quran?
Usman does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Usman have?
Usman has 2 syllables (Us-man) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Usman?
Usman ranks #39 among boy names in our data sample (256 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Usman?
Other spellings: Oesman.
What full names go well with Usman?
Some ideas: Usman Rafi; Khoir Usman Habibi; Tamami Usman.
Famous people named Usman?
Notable people named Usman include Usman Janatin, Usman Pribadi, Teuku Usman Yacoub.
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