Omar

Q: What is the origin of Omar?

Omar is of Arabic origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Omar a boy name?

Omar is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Flourishing Life"

An Arabic name linked to long life and flourishing, it is prominent in Islamic history and widespread across Muslim societies.

Themes:arabiclifetraditionmasculine

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Omar

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#260Top 500

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

#260

Omar was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

better than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Omar Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Omar.

9 ideas

Omi

Nickname

omay

Nickname

omar

Nickname

omarie

Nickname

omary

Nickname

omaro

Nickname

“Commander; Prince”

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|Arabic

Baby Name Lists That Include Omar

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Omar mean?

Omar means "Flourishing Life". An Arabic name linked to long life and flourishing, it is prominent in Islamic history and widespread across Muslim soci

What is the origin of Omar?

Omar is of Arabic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Omar?

According to the latest SSA data, Omar is currently ranked #260 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Omar a boy name?

Omar is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Omar?

Popular nicknames for Omar include Omi, omay, omar, om, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Omar?

There are many names similar to Omar in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginArabic

Syllables2

Length4 letters

US Rank#260

Trend↑ Rising

Starts withO

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Ali Cairo Ibrahim Khalil Kairo

Sisters

Aniyah Aisha Amina Alayah Amirah

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