Oistin - Unique Boy Names

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Oistin

/ˈɔːʃtɪn/

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Meaning

Divine strength or ancestor's stone

Represents endurance, ancestral pride, and spiritual resilience. The name embodies a connection to heritage and the fortitude passed through generations.

Symbolism

Symbolizes strength, continuity, and legacy. It reflects a bridge between cultures—Norse and Gaelic—and honors lineage and perseverance.

Etymology: Derived from the Old Norse name Ósteinn, combining 'óss' (god) and 'steinn' (stone), later Gaelicized as Oistin in Irish. It appears in medieval Irish annals as the name of Viking-influenced rulers.

Style & Origin

traditional

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Cultural Background

Of Irish origin, Oistin is the Gaelic form of the Old Norse name Áleifr or Ósteinr, meaning 'ancesto

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