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Omar is an Arabic name meaning 'flourishing' or 'long-lived'. It originates from the Arabic root 'ʿ-m-r' and has evolved through historical forms such as Umar and Omer. The name is associated with prominent historical figures, particularly in the Islamic tradition. It does not have a biblical background. Today, Omar is widely recognized and respected, especially in Islamic cultures, and is borne by several notable individuals.

The name Omar is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Omar has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Omar' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 672nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 895th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 835th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 278th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 163rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 156th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 243rd out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7783rd out of 9204 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5811th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5857th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14887th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 26286th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Omar' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.