Find out how popular the first name Omer has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Omer by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Omer is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 100% of people named Omer being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 64 male babies and 6 female babies born with the name Omer.

Yes—according to the SSA data, 6 baby girls were named Omer in 2023, despite it being a predominantly male name. We'd love to know why!

The history of the first name Omer

The name Omer has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "Umr," which means "life" or "age." The name first appeared in the Middle East region during the early Islamic era, around the 7th century AD.

In Islamic tradition, the name Omer is closely associated with the second Caliph of Islam, Umar ibn al-Khattab (584-644 AD). He was a prominent companion of Prophet Muhammad and played a significant role in the expansion of the Islamic empire during his caliphate from 634 to 644 AD.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Omer can be found in the Qur'an, the central religious text of Islam. The name is mentioned in the context of the story of Maryam (Mary) and her son, Prophet Isa (Jesus).

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Omer. One of the most famous was Omer Khayyam (1048-1131 AD), a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. He is best known for his scientific achievements and his collection of quatrains, known as the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam.

Another prominent figure was Omer Pasha (1806-1871), a Ottoman military leader and statesman who served as the Grand Vizier of the Ottoman Empire from 1853 to 1856. He played a crucial role in the Crimean War and implemented significant reforms in the Ottoman military.

In more recent times, Omer M. Mozaffar (1923-2001) was a renowned Pakistani physicist and educator. He made significant contributions to the fields of theoretical physics and nuclear physics and served as the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Karachi.

Omer Sharif (1955-2022) was a legendary Pakistani comedian, actor, and satirist. He was widely regarded as one of the greatest comedians in South Asia and received numerous awards and accolades for his work in the entertainment industry.

Omer Asik (born 1986) is a Turkish professional basketball player who has played in the NBA for several teams, including the Chicago Bulls and the New Orleans Pelicans. He is known for his defensive abilities and has been named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team.

Data source

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