Omer
Omer is a Muslim boy name of Turkish / Bosnian form of Arabic ʿUmar origin, meaning “Long-lived, flourishing”.
| Meaning | Long-lived, flourishing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish / Bosnian form of Arabic ʿUmar |
| Written as | عمر |
| Pronunciation | OH-mer |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Balkans |
Meaning and origin of Omer
Omer is how Turks and Bosnians render ʿUmar, which Turkish spells Ömer. Turkish vowel harmony changes the Arabic u and a into ö and e, producing the familiar form. The name honours ʿUmar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb, who became the second caliph. The Hebrew name Omer, which means a sheaf of grain, sounds the same but is an entirely separate name with its own history.
Is Omer a Muslim name?
Omer is simply Omar in its Turkish and Balkan dress, and few Muslim names are held in higher regard.
How popular is Omer?
Omer is very common in Turkey and among Bosniaks and Albanians.
Gifts with the name Omer
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Spellings and variants of Omer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Omer mean?
Omer means 'Long-lived, flourishing'. It is of Turkish / Bosnian form of Arabic ʿUmar origin.
Is Omer a Muslim name?
Omer is simply Omar in its Turkish and Balkan dress, and few Muslim names are held in higher regard.
How do you pronounce Omer?
Omer is pronounced OH-mer.
Is Omer a boy or girl name?
Omer is usually a boy name.