Find out how popular the first name Omariana has been for the last 13 years (from 2003 to 2015) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Omariana by gender

Based on the last 13 years of data, Omariana is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2015, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Omariana.

The history of the first name Omariana

The name Omariana is a relatively modern creation, blending elements from multiple cultures and languages. Its origins can be traced back to the Arabic name Omar, which itself derives from the Arabic word 'amir', meaning 'prince' or 'commander'. The suffix '-iana' has its roots in Latin and is often used to create feminine versions of names.

While the name Omariana does not have a long historical lineage, its components have rich cultural associations. The name Omar has been prominent in Islamic history, with several notable figures bearing the name. One of the most famous was Omar ibn Al-Khattab, the second Caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate in the 7th century CE, renowned for his military campaigns and administration of the rapidly expanding Muslim empire.

Another historical figure with the name Omar was Omar Khayyam, the renowned Persian mathematician, astronomer, and poet who lived in the 11th-12th century CE. His literary work, the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam, is a celebrated collection of quatrains that has been translated into many languages.

Moving forward in time, the name Omariana began to appear sporadically in the late 20th century. One of the earliest recorded instances was Omariana Mangano, an Italian actress and model born in 1934, who gained fame in the 1950s and appeared in several Hollywood films.

In the realm of literature, Omariana Delfino is a character in the novel "The Autumn of the Patriarch" by Gabriel García Márquez, the celebrated Colombian author and Nobel laureate. The book, published in 1975, explores themes of power, corruption, and the consequences of dictatorship.

More recently, Omariana Valli is an Italian singer and songwriter who gained popularity in the 2000s through her participation in various music competitions and the release of several studio albums.

It is worth noting that while the name Omariana has gained some recognition, it remains relatively uncommon, especially in its traditional spelling. Variations and alternative spellings, such as Omarianna or Marianna, may be more prevalent in certain regions or cultures.

Data source

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