Omare
A masculine given name of uncertain origin, likely related to Hebrew amar "to speak".
Name Census estimates that about 87 living Americans carry the first name Omare. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Omare today is around 18 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Omare births was 2003 (10 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Omare. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Omare. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
87
~ 1 in 3,939,705 Americans
Peak year
2003
10 babies that year
Average age
18
years old
2019 SSA rank
#13,589
Tracked since 1993
Popularity
Omare: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Omare from the 1990s through to the 2010s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 46 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Omare by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Omare during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Omare
The name Omare has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, with roots tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Arabic word "umar," which means "life" or "long-lived." This name was particularly popular in regions where Arabic was the predominant language, including the Middle East, North Africa, and parts of the Mediterranean.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Omare can be found in the historical accounts of the Rashidun Caliphate, which ruled from 632 to 661 CE. During this period, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad named Umar ibn al-Khattab became the second Caliph of the Islamic empire. His leadership and military conquests played a significant role in the expansion of Islam, and his name, Umar, which later evolved into Omare, gained widespread recognition.
Throughout the centuries, the name Omare has been associated with various notable figures across different fields. In the realm of literature, Omare Khayyam, a Persian mathematician, astronomer, and poet, is renowned for his influential works, including the Rubaiyat. He lived from 1048 to 1131 CE and made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics and astronomy.
In the world of art and architecture, Omare Riza, an Ottoman calligrapher and painter, left an indelible mark on the artistic landscape of the 16th century. His intricate calligraphic compositions and vibrant paintings adorned mosques and palaces throughout the Ottoman Empire, earning him acclaim and recognition.
Moving into the 20th century, Omare Luttinger, an American mathematician and physicist, made groundbreaking contributions to the field of quantum mechanics. Born in 1915 and lived until 2015, his work on the Luttinger liquid model and the Luttinger-Tisza method significantly advanced our understanding of condensed matter physics.
In the realm of sports, Omare Browne, a Trinidadian sprinter, achieved remarkable success on the international stage. Born in 1982, he won multiple medals, including gold, at various World Championships and Olympic Games, cementing his place as one of the greatest sprinters of his generation.
The name Omare has transcended cultural and geographical boundaries, carrying with it a rich history and diverse associations. From ancient caliphs and scholars to modern-day artists and athletes, this name has been borne by individuals who have left an indelible mark on their respective fields and societies.
People
Omare + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Omare as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with O
Other first names starting with O with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Omare: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Omare?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 87 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Omare going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 3,939,705 US residents.
Is Omare a common name?
We classify Omare as "Very Rare". It ranks above 62.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 88 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Omare most popular?
The single biggest year for Omare was 2003, when 10 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Omare is about 18 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Omare a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Omare in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.