Omar
Omar is a boys' name of Arabic origin meaning “flourishing, long-lived.” It ranked #182 in the United States in 2025. Omar is an Arabic name meaning 'flourishing' or 'long-lived.
how do you pronounce Omar?
OH-mar
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what does Omar mean?
The name Omar means “flourishing, long-lived.” It comes from the Arabic language tradition.
Omar is an Arabic name meaning 'flourishing' or 'long-lived.' It honors Omar ibn al-Khattab, the second caliph of Islam, revered for his just rule. The name is popular across the Muslim world and in Western countries.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #182 |
| 2023 | #176 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Omar?
- Omar Sharif (Egyptian actor)
- Omar Sy (French actor)
- Omar Khayyam (Persian poet)
Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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