boy name · Sanskrit origin
Om
/ OHM /
Meaning
Om means The sacred syllable (Sanskrit).
Gender
Boy
Origin
Sanskrit
Pronunciation
OHM
Popularity
#2177 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Om in the US, 1880–2025
Om first appears in US records in 1983. It peaked in 2008, when 153 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 66.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Om mean?
Om is the sacred sound and syllable at the heart of Hindu, Buddhist and Jain tradition.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Om mean?
Om means The sacred syllable. Om is the sacred sound and syllable at the heart of Hindu, Buddhist and Jain tradition.
What is the origin of the name Om?
Om is of Sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Om?
Om is pronounced “OHM.”
Is Om a boy or a girl name?
Om is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Om?
In 2025, Om ranked #2177 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Om most popular?
Om was most popular in 2008, when about 153 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.