Omari
Omari is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Flourishing, prosperous, or populous.
Origin and history
Omari is a masculine name with roots in Arabic and Swahili, translating to flourishing, populous, or high-born. It has seen a steady rise in usage in the United States over recent decades, becoming a popular modern classic. Its melodious soft vowels and strong consonant sounds make it widely attractive.
Popularity in the United States
13,158 babies in the United States have been named Omari since 1880. It ranks #1039 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #551.
States where it is most popular
- NY (13.1 %)
- FL (10.3 %)
- CA (8.7 %)
- GA (8.5 %)
- TX (6.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 411 |
| 1980-1990 | 646 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,127 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,226 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,645 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,103 |
Famous people named Omari
- Omari Hardwick: Actor, Poet
- Omari Spellman: Athlete
- Omari Forson: Athlete
Fun facts
- While rooted in Arabic, Omari is especially widely used in East Africa as a Swahili name.
- The name has risen significantly in U.S. rankings in the 2020s compared to its overall historical placement.