Umar Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Umar is an Arabic name meaning 'flourishing' or 'thriving.' It has its roots in the Arabic language and evolved from historical forms like Omar. The name is linked to positive traits such as prosperity and longevity. It has no direct biblical relevance but gained historical significance through notable figures in Islamic history, particularly Umar ibn al-Khattab. Today, the name is widely used and carries a perception of strength and leadership.
The name Umar is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Umar has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling 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, 'Umar' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6360th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3477th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2422nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2086th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1435th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Umar' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Umar"
Pronunciation
/ˈuː.mɑːr/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Umar derives from the Arabic root 'ʿ-m-r,' which means 'to flourish' or 'to live long.' It is often associated with prosperity and longevity.
Meaning
flourishing, thriving
Language Evolution
Umar, Omar
Historical Usage
The name Umar gained popularity in the Islamic world due to its association with Umar ibn al-Khattab, the second caliph of Islam, who ruled from 634 to 644 CE and is remembered for his leadership and reforms.
Variants & Derivatives
Omar, Ummar
Modern Popularity & Image
Umar remains a popular name in many Muslim-majority countries and is often associated with strength, wisdom, and leadership.
Famous People
Umar ibn al-Khattab, Umar Sharif, Umar Sadiq
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Umar"
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 "Umar"
"Umar" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6360th of 7552 | 12 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3477th of 10718 | 140 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2422nd of 16616 | 420 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2086th of 24088 | 943 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1435th of 23106 | 1,510 |
Regional Popularity of "Umar" 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) |
- |
45.62% 1589th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
30.28% 1355th/4475 |
- |
44.56% 2815th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
39.76% 1822nd/4582 |
22.35% 1154th/5164 |
34.30% 2508th/7313 |
31.13% 2323rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
30.25% 1205th/3984 |
15.82% 710th/4487 |
25.45% 1736th/6822 |
27.63% 1734th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Umar" 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 "Umar"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Umar" 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.