Find out how popular the first name Omayra has been for the last 39 years (from 1975 to 2013) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Omayra by gender

Based on the last 39 years of data, Omayra is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2013, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Omayra.

The history of the first name Omayra

Omayra is a feminine given name of Arabic origin, derived from the root "amr" which means "life" or "to live." The name gained popularity during the medieval Islamic period, particularly in regions where Arabic was the dominant language.

The earliest known record of the name Omayra can be traced back to the 7th century AD, during the Islamic golden age. It was a common name among Arab women, particularly those belonging to the elite and affluent classes of society.

In Islamic literature and historical accounts, Omayra is mentioned as the name of several prominent women. One notable example is Umm Omayra, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad, who was revered for her piety and devotion to the faith.

Throughout the Middle Ages, the name Omayra spread across various regions of the Islamic world, including the Iberian Peninsula, where it was adopted and adapted by the Moors during their rule over parts of modern-day Spain and Portugal.

As Arabic influence expanded through trade and cultural exchange, the name Omayra also found its way into other languages and cultures. In the 13th century, a notable figure named Omayra Al-Andalusiyya, a renowned poet and scholar from Al-Andalus (modern-day Spain), gained recognition for her literary works.

During the Ottoman Empire, which spanned several centuries from the 14th to the early 20th century, Omayra was a popular name among Turkish and other ethnic groups within the empire's vast territories. One notable figure was Omayra Hanim, a 16th-century Ottoman princess and the daughter of Sultan Selim II.

In more recent history, Omayra has been the name of several notable individuals, including Omayra Sánchez, a Colombian girl who tragically lost her life during the eruption of the Nevado del Ruiz volcano in 1985. Her story captured international attention and became a symbol of the resilience and courage of children in the face of natural disasters.

Other notable individuals named Omayra include Omayra Amín Tawfiq, an Egyptian actress and singer active in the mid-20th century, and Omayra Borges, a Venezuelan model and Miss Venezuela International 2000.

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