Omie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Omie is an American diminutive name derived from 'Omar', which means flourishing or long-lived. It has evolved from historical forms like Omar and Ommie. The name conveys traits of warmth and friendliness and does not have biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is currently viewed as an affectionate name.
The name Omie is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation 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, Omie has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Omie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6687th out of 7545 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1319th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2353rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5189th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 24576th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Omie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Omie"
Pronunciation
/ˈoʊmi/
Origin
American
Etymology
Omie is a diminutive form of the name 'Omar', which has Arabic origins meaning 'flourishing' or 'long-lived'. It can also be linked to the English word 'homey', suggesting comfort and warmth.
Meaning
flourishing, homey
Language Evolution
Omar, Ommie, Omie
Historical Usage
Omie gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century as a nickname and informal name, often associated with warmth and familiarity.
Variants & Derivatives
Omar, Ommie, O, Mie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Omie is perceived as a friendly and endearing name, often used affectionately among family and friends.
Famous People
Omie Wise, an American folk figure, Omie Tinsley, a contemporary artist
📊 Omie Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Omie Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 40 peak births in 1920
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Omie"
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 "Omie"
"Omie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6687th of 7545 | 10 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1319th of 9107 | 615 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2353rd of 9204 | 244 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5189th of 12526 | 107 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 24576th of 30306 | 12 |
Regional Popularity of "Omie" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Omie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
38.00% 899th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
81.68% 1922nd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
- |
| 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 "Omie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Omie" 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.