Origin, Meaning, and History of Omari
Omari is a masculine given name that has its origins in the Arabic and Urdu language. The name is considered to be the Swahili variant of the Arabic name Umar. The meaning of the name roughly translates to ‘flourishing,’ or ‘populous.’ It is derived from the Arabic root word ‘umr,’ which means ‘life.’
Omari is a popular name in the Muslim community, specifically among Sunni Muslims. It is presumed to have descended from the personal name Omar, which was derived from the Arabic word ‘āmir,’ meaning ‘prosperous,’ ‘large,’ ‘substantial,’ or ‘full of life.’
Omari also has its roots in the Swahili language and could mean ‘most high,’ ‘God is exalted,’ or ‘God is the highest.’ The name is widely used in Eastern Africa and many African-American communities.
Another possible variant of Omari is Amari or Ammar, which is derived from the Arabic word ‘amara,’ meaning ‘to live long.’ It can also be a variant of Omri, a name with Hebrew roots that mean ‘life,’ or ‘servant.’
Omari is also an Arabic surname that is common among the African-American population of the US, according to the 2010 United States Census. The name Omari is yet to make a mark in popular culture. However, it is shared by one of the most popular rappers of the 21st century. Omari is the middle name of rapper and designer Kanye Omari West. Kanye West has been nominated for 75 Grammys, and out of these, he has won 24 awards.
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How To Pronounce Omari?
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Listen to the sound of the name Omari in Arabic.
Famous People With The Name Omari
- Omari Latif HardwickAmerican actor, famous for his role in series and films like Power, Army of the Dead, Saved, and Dark Blue
- Omari JohnsonJamaican-American professional basketball player; twice NBL All Star in Canada
- Omari Idd KimweriTanzanian-Australian professional boxer, who represented Tanzania in the Commonwealth Games in 2006
- Omari Akil NewtonCanadian actor and co-founder of Boldskool Productions known for his roles in Blue Mountain State and Continuum
- Omari Ishmael GrandberryAmerican R&B singer, dancer, and actor, who won the African Muzik Magazine Awards and African Entertainment Awards for Best Collaboration in 2018
Omari On The Popularity Chart
The name Omari has grown in popularity over the years. Check the graphs for a better understanding of the name’s popularity and ranking.
Popularity Over Time
The name’s popularity witnessed a gradual rise over the past several decades. In 2018, 618 babies per million were named Omari.
Source: Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
The ranking of Omari has been declining over the years. It went from 1,106 in 1980 to 21,219 in 2007.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the meaning of the name Omari?
The name Omari means ‘flourishing’ or ‘populous.’
2. What is the origin of the name Omari?
Omari has Arabic and Urdu origins.
3. How to pronounce the name Omari?
Omari is pronounced as oh-ma-ree.
4. How common is the name Omari?
The name Omari has experienced a rise in popularity over the past few years. It did not feature among the top 1000 most popular male names in the US until 2020 but went through a massive boost in popularity to occupy the 488th spot on the list in 2021 (1). So, even though it may be uncommon compared to other names, the frequency of its usage is on the rise.
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