Omar
Omar is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Long life, flourishing”.
| Meaning | Long life, flourishing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عمر |
| Pronunciation | OH-mar |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Omar
Omar is the usual spelling of ʿUmar, which shares a root with ʿumr, life, and ʿimāra, building and prospering. The name is forever tied to ʿUmar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb, the second caliph, who earned the title al-Fārūq for his strong sense of justice. A later caliph, ʿUmar ibn ʿAbd al-ʿAzīz, is held up as an example of upright and fair rule. Umar, Omer and Ömer are other common forms.
Is Omar a Muslim name?
Omar is one of the most famous Muslim names, carried by the Companion and second caliph ʿUmar ibn al-Khattab.
How popular is Omar?
Omar is used across the whole Muslim world, with Umar the common South Asian spelling and Ömer the Turkish one.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Omar mean?
Omar means 'Long life, flourishing'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Omar a Muslim name?
Omar is one of the most famous Muslim names, carried by the Companion and second caliph ʿUmar ibn al-Khattab.
How do you pronounce Omar?
Omar is pronounced OH-mar.
Is Omar a boy or girl name?
Omar is usually a boy name.