Osamu is a popular Japanese given name that has gained international recognition due to its association with renowned figures such as award-winning author Haruki Murakami, whose full name is Haruki Osamu Murakami. This name is of Japanese origin and translates to "sound" in English. It is composed of two Chinese characters: sound (お) and wave (さむ). The name Osamu is often used for both boys and girls in Japan but is more commonly associated with males internationally. It has been the 15th most popular boy's name in Japan since its peak popularity in the late 1970s, demonstrating its enduring appeal among Japanese parents.
"Osamu experienced a peak in popularity during the mid-20s with 11 births in 1925, but remained consistently present throughout the century, especially in multiples of five."