Omavi
A feminine name of unknown origin, possibly meaning "flying bird".
Name Census estimates that about 13 living Americans carry the first name Omavi. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Omavi today is around 3 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Omavi births was 2023 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Omavi. 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 Omavi. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
13
~ 1 in 26,365,718 Americans
Peak year
2023
7 babies that year
Average age
3
years old
2024 SSA rank
#11,915
Tracked since 2023
Popularity
Omavi: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Omavi 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 Omavi during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 13 | 0 | 13 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Omavi
The given name Omavi has its origins rooted in the Arabic language and culture. Tracing back to the 7th century, the name is believed to have derived from the Arabic word "Ummawi" or "Umawi," which refers to the Umayyad Caliphate, one of the most influential and longest-ruling dynasties in Islamic history.
The Umayyad Caliphate ruled from 661 to 750 CE, with its capital initially in Damascus and later in Cordoba, Spain. This powerful dynasty played a significant role in the expansion and spread of Islam, as well as contributing greatly to the cultural and architectural advancements of the time.
One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the name Omavi was Omavi ibn Shihab, a prominent Islamic scholar and jurist who lived in the 8th century. He was known for his extensive knowledge of Islamic jurisprudence and played a crucial role in the development of Islamic legal thought.
Throughout history, the name Omavi has been carried by several notable figures, including Omavi al-Andalusi, a renowned Arab mathematician and astronomer from the 10th century. His contributions to the field of mathematics, particularly in the areas of algebra and trigonometry, were groundbreaking and have left a lasting impact.
Another prominent figure was Omavi ibn Abi al-Salt, a renowned Arab poet and philosopher who lived during the 9th century. His poetic works were highly acclaimed for their depth and eloquence, and he was regarded as one of the greatest literary figures of his time.
In the 11th century, Omavi al-Kindi, a celebrated Arab philosopher and scientist, made significant contributions to the fields of physics, mathematics, and metaphysics. His works helped lay the foundation for the development of modern scientific thought and methodology.
Furthermore, Omavi ibn Idris, a prominent Islamic scholar and theologian from the 12th century, left a lasting mark on the interpretation and understanding of Islamic texts and teachings. His works on Islamic jurisprudence and theology were widely studied and revered throughout the Muslim world.
While the name Omavi has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, it has transcended geographical boundaries and gained recognition across various regions and communities. The name continues to be used today, carrying with it a rich historical legacy and cultural significance.
People
Omavi + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Omavi 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
Omavi: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Omavi?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 13 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Omavi 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 26,365,718 US residents.
Is Omavi a common name?
We classify Omavi as "Very Rare". It ranks above 33.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 13 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Omavi most popular?
The single biggest year for Omavi was 2023, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Omavi is about 3 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Omavi in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Omavi a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Omavi 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.
Is Omavi still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Omavi in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Omavi can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Omavi?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.