"flourishing, thriving, long-lived"
Origin: Arabic
Language: English
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"prosperous, populous"
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The Story of Umar
Umar derives from the Arabic root amara meaning to live long, to thrive, to be prosperous. The name was immortalized by Umar ibn al-Khattab (584-644 CE), the second Caliph of Islam and a close companion of Prophet Muhammad. His leadership of the early Muslim community is revered as a golden era of justice, administrative brilliance, and expansion of the Islamic world.
Umar has been a perennial favorite across Muslim communities worldwide for over 1,400 years. Unlike names that rise and fall with trends, Umar maintains consistent popularity due to its deep religious significance. It is common from Morocco to Indonesia, from West Africa to Central Asia.
Umar ibn al-Khattab is known in Islamic tradition as Al-Farooq, the one who distinguishes truth from falsehood. His caliphate saw the Islamic world expand dramatically. The name carries enormous religious weight: giving it to a son is often an expression of hope that he will embody Umar's legendary sense of justice.
Historical Record
Umar first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 3,025 babies have been named Umar in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Umar is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,167 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Umar ibn al-Khattab walked to Jerusalem on foot for the city's peaceful surrender in 637 CE, refusing to ride while his servant rode
- The name Umar has been in continuous use for over 1,400 years across Muslim communities worldwide
- Omar Khayyam, the great Persian poet and mathematician, bore a cognate form of this name
Umar in Other Languages
Urdu
عمر
Arabic
عمر
English
Omar
Persian
عمر
Swahili
Umar
Turkish
Omer
Popularity Over Time
#1,167
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Umar
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Omar Abdullah
Politician
1970
Indian politician and former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir
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Omar Khayyam
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Persian mathematician, astronomer, and poet, famous for the Rubaiyat, a collection of quatrains translated by Edward Fit...
Persian mathematician, astronomer, and poet, famous for the Rubaiyat, a collection of quatrains translated by Edward FitzGerald
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Umar ibn al-Khattab
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The second Caliph of Islam, companion of Prophet Muhammad, known for his justice, wisdom, and administrative genius
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,167
- Total SSA Count
- 179
- Cultural Origins
- Muslim Arabic West African South Asian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Umar
What does the name Umar mean?
"flourishing, thriving, long-lived" (from Arabic). "prosperous, populous" (from Semitic). Umar derives from the Arabic root amara meaning to live long, to thrive, to be prosperous. The name was immortalized by Umar ibn al-Khattab (584-644 CE), the second Caliph of Islam and a close companion of Prophet Muhammad. His leadership of the early Muslim community is revered as a golden era of justice, administrative brilliance, and expansion of the Islamic world.
What is the origin of the name Umar?
Umar has Arabic, Semitic, Muslim, West African, and South Asian origins. In Arabic, it means "flourishing, thriving, long-lived". In Semitic, it means "prosperous, populous".
Is Umar a boy or girl name?
Umar is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Umar?
Umar is currently ranked #1167 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Umar?
Popular middle name pairings include Umar Abdullah, Umar Ali, Umar Ibrahim, Umar Hassan, Umar Malik, and Umar Khalil.
What are good sibling names for Umar?
Names that pair well with Umar as siblings include Ibrahim, Ali, Fatima, Aisha, Yusuf, and Maryam.
How many syllables does Umar have?
Umar has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Umar a common or rare name?
Umar is an uncommon name, ranked #1167 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Umar
Umar is a boy name with Muslim, Arabic, West African, and South Asian origins . The name means "flourishing, thriving, long-lived" in Arabic .
Umar is currently ranked #1,167 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Umar has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
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