Umar
Umar is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Flourishing, prosperous, or long life.
Origin and history
Umar is a traditional Arabic name that means flourishing or long-lived. It holds historical significance in Islamic history as the name of the second Caliph, Umar ibn al-Khattab. In the United States, it is a steadily used given name among Muslim families and those seeking classical Arabic names.
Popularity in the United States
3,205 babies in the United States have been named Umar since 1880. It ranks #2272 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1131.
States where it is most popular
- NY (36.1 %)
- IL (12.9 %)
- CA (12.7 %)
- TX (8.7 %)
- PA (7.9 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 17 |
| 1970-1980 | 113 |
| 1980-1990 | 220 |
| 1990-2000 | 357 |
| 2000-2010 | 562 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,029 |
| 2020-2029 | 902 |
Famous people named Umar
- Umar Gul: Cricketer, Athlete
- Umar Akmal: Cricketer, Athlete
Fun facts
- Umar ibn al-Khattab was a major figure in early Islamic history and led significant expansions of the Rashidun Caliphate.
- The name comes from the Arabic root 'A-M-R', which is related to life, building, and longevity.