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BoyPronounced American English /ˈɑz.bəɹt/; British English /ˈɒz.bət/

Osbert

This name is derived from the Old English elements os "god" and beorht "bright".

Quick answer

Osbert is a boy name.

Pronunciation: American English /ˈɑz.bəɹt/; British English /ˈɒz.bət/.

GenderBoy
PronunciationAmerican English /ˈɑz.bəɹt/; British English /ˈɒz.bət/

Meaning and history

This name is derived from the Old English elements os "god" and beorht "bright". After the Norman Conquest, this Old English name was merged with its Norman cognate. It was rare in the Middle Ages, and eventually died out. It was briefly revived in the 19th century.

Notes and context

Usage: english