boy name · Arabic origin
Omar
/ OH-mar /
Meaning
Omar means Flourishing, long-lived (Arabic).
Gender
Boy
Origin
Arabic
Pronunciation
OH-mar
Popularity
#260 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Omar in the US, 1880–2025
Omar first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2007, when 3,216 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,333.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Omar mean?
Omar (Umar) means “flourishing” or “long-lived” in Arabic.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Omar mean?
Omar means Flourishing, long-lived. Omar (Umar) means “flourishing” or “long-lived” in Arabic.
What is the origin of the name Omar?
Omar is of Arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Omar?
Omar is pronounced “OH-mar.”
Is Omar a boy or a girl name?
Omar is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Omar?
In 2025, Omar ranked #260 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Omar most popular?
Omar was most popular in 2007, when about 3,216 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.