Omarion Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Omarion is a name with roots in Arabic, meaning 'flourishing' or 'long-lived'. It has evolved from the traditional name Omar to a modern variant that gained popularity in the early 2000s, particularly within African American culture. The name is associated with traits of vitality and youthfulness, and it has no significant biblical background. Notable individuals with the name include musician Omarion Grandberry, contributing to its contemporary appeal.
The name Omarion is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Omarion has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Omarion' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 902nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2251st out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Omarion' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Omarion"
Pronunciation
/oʊˈmɑːriən/
Origin
African American Vernacular English, potentially derived from Arabic
Etymology
Omarion is often considered a modern variant of the name Omar, which is of Arabic origin meaning 'long-lived' or 'flourishing'. The name gained popularity in the United States, particularly among African American communities.
Meaning
flourishing, long-lived
Language Evolution
Omar, Omarion
Historical Usage
The name Omarion gained popularity in the early 2000s, partly due to the rise of the musician Omarion Grandberry, who was a member of the R&B group B2K.
Variants & Derivatives
Omar, Omarie, Omaari
Modern Popularity & Image
Omarion is often perceived as a trendy and modern name, associated with music and entertainment, reflecting a youthful and vibrant image.
Famous People
Omarion Grandberry, Omarion (musician and actor)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Omarion"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Omarion"
"Omarion" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 902nd of 24088 | 3,214 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2251st of 23106 | 740 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Omarion" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
18.07% 828th/4582 |
28.29% 1461st/5164 |
8.75% 640th/7313 |
22.63% 1689th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
55.32% 2204th/3984 |
51.59% 2315th/4487 |
28.28% 1929th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Omarion" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Omarion"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Omarion" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.