Oswaldo

Masculine

Meaning

Divine power or God's power, derived from Germanic elements meaning God and power.

Etymology

Oswaldo is the Spanish and Italian form of Oswald, combining Germanic 'os' (god) with 'wald' (power or rule). The name has been used throughout Germanic and Romance-speaking regions.

About the Name Oswaldo

Oswaldo is a masculine name with Germanic roots, commonly used in Spanish and Italian-speaking countries. It carries connotations of divine power and authority.

Notable Bearers

Oswaldo Guayasamín (artist) Oswaldo Payá (dissident)