Osric

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Gender Masculine
Usage Anglo-Saxon, English (Rare), Literature

Meaning & History

Derived from Old English os "god" and ric "power, rule". This name was borne by several Anglo-Saxon kings, one of the earliest being Osric of Deira (7th century AD).

In literature, Osric is the name of a courtier in William Shakespeare's play Hamlet.
Added 5/2/2009 by anonymous
Edited 1/25/2024 by jocatchi, Lucille, Sofia and more