"completion, eternity"
Omega
Pronunciation: [ ohm-EHG-uh ]
The final Greek letter, a name of cosmic completion
Meaning & Origin
Things to Know About This Name
- In social science, 'omega male' is used as a pejorative for men at the lowest social rank — though this is a niche usage and the Greek letter meaning remains dominant
The Story of Omega
Omega is the 24th and final letter of the Greek alphabet, derived from the phrase 'o mega' meaning 'great O' (as opposed to omicron, 'little o'). In Greek philosophy and Christian theology, Omega carries profound significance as a symbol of completion and eternity. God declares himself 'the Alpha and the Omega' in the Book of Revelation, meaning the first and the last, the beginning and the end.
Omega as a given name gained traction in African-American communities partly through its association with Omega Psi Phi, one of the oldest historically Black fraternities founded in 1911. Its bold, powerful sound has attracted parents seeking names that convey strength and cosmic significance.
In Christian tradition, Omega is deeply symbolic as part of 'Alpha and Omega' — God's self-description in Revelation. Omega Psi Phi fraternity, founded at Howard University, has made the name a symbol of Black academic excellence and brotherhood. In science, Omega (Ω) is the symbol for ohms (electrical resistance) and in cosmology, represents the density of the universe.
Fun Facts
- Omega Psi Phi, founded in 1911 at Howard University, is one of the 'Divine Nine' historically Black fraternities
- In the Book of Revelation, God says 'I am the Alpha and the Omega, the first and the last, the beginning and the end'
Omega in Other Languages
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #3,247
- Total SSA Count
- 37
- Cultural Origins
- American Greek African-American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Also a Girl Name
Omega is also used as a girl name, ranked #10270.
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About the Name Omega
Omega is a boy name with American, Greek, and African-American origins . The name means "completion, eternity" in Greek .
Is Omega a boy or girl name? Omega is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,247 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #10,270. Omega is more commonly used as a boy name.
Omega is currently ranked #3,247 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Omega has 3 syllables and is pronounced ohm-EHG-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Omega include Meg and Ome. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.