"flourishing, long-lived"
Origin: Arabic via Swahili
Language: English
Omarion
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Meaning & Origin
"modern elaboration of Omari"
Origin: American
Language: English
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The Story of Omarion
Omarion is a modern American elaboration of the Swahili name Omari, which itself derives from the Arabic name Omar, meaning 'flourishing' or 'long-lived.' The '-ion' suffix gives it a distinctly American feel, popular in the late 1990s and 2000s as parents sought names that felt both culturally rooted and contemporary. The name gained its greatest visibility through R&B singer Omarion (born Omari Ishmael Grandberry), who rose to fame with the group B2K.
Omarion peaked in US popularity in the mid-2000s, driven largely by the fame of singer Omarion. The name charted on the SSA Top 1000 from approximately 2003-2015, appealing to parents who admired the pop and R&B star's image.
The name reflects a broader trend in African American naming culture of taking established names and adding distinctive suffixes or prefixes to create something uniquely personal. It represents the creative linguistic tradition that has given us names like Demarion, Dekavion, and similar constructions.
Historical Record
Omarion first appeared in US Social Security records in 2001.
Over 3,954 babies have been named Omarion in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Omarion is past its peak , currently ranked #2,604 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The name was virtually unknown before R&B group B2K's frontman popularized it in the early 2000s
- Omarion is a member of the extended Omar name family, used across Arabic, Swahili, and other African cultures
Omarion in Other Languages
Arabic
عمريون
French
Omarion
Spanish
Omarion
Popularity Over Time
#2,604
Current Rank
Peaked 2005
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Omarion
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Omarion
Musician
1984
American R&B singer and actor, known as lead vocalist of B2K and for solo hits like 'O'
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #2,604
- Total SSA Count
- 51
- Cultural Origins
- African American American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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O
Mari
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Frequently Asked Questions About Omarion
What does the name Omarion mean?
"flourishing, long-lived" (from Arabic via Swahili). "modern elaboration of Omari" (from American). Omarion is a modern American elaboration of the Swahili name Omari, which itself derives from the Arabic name Omar, meaning 'flourishing' or 'long-lived.' The '-ion' suffix gives it a distinctly American feel, popular in the late 1990s and 2000s as parents sought names that felt both culturally rooted and contemporary. The name gained its greatest visibility through R&B singer Omarion (born Omari Ishmael Grandberry), who rose to fame with the group B2K.
What is the origin of the name Omarion?
Omarion has Arabic via Swahili, American, and African American origins. In Arabic via Swahili, it means "flourishing, long-lived". In American, it means "modern elaboration of Omari".
Is Omarion a boy or girl name?
Omarion is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2604. As a girl name, it is ranked #49775. Omarion is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Omarion?
Omarion is currently ranked #2604 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Omarion?
Common nicknames for Omarion include Mari.
What are good middle names for Omarion?
Popular middle name pairings include Omarion James, Omarion Lee, Omarion Deon, Omarion Ray, Omarion Marcus, and Omarion Jordan.
What are good sibling names for Omarion?
Names that pair well with Omarion as siblings include Kameron, Darius, Aaliyah, Zaria, Malik, and Amara.
How many syllables does Omarion have?
Omarion has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Omarion a common or rare name?
Omarion is an uncommon name, ranked #2604 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Omarion
Omarion is a boy name with African American and American origins . The name means "flourishing, long-lived" in Arabic via Swahili .
Is Omarion a boy or girl name? Omarion is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,604 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #49,775. Omarion is more commonly used as a boy name.
Omarion is currently ranked #2,604 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Omarion has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Omarion include O and Mari. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Omarion include Omar, Omari . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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