Omkar Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationOM-kar / ˈoʊm.kɑːrSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Omkar: 'the sound of the sacred syllable Om'; 'the essence of the universe'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, Omkar is derived from 'Om', a sacred sound and spiritual symbol in Hinduism, representing the essence of the ultimate reality. It is often associated with meditation and spiritual practices. In Hindi, the name is used similarly, reflecting its cultural significance in Indian traditions. The concept of Om is central to various philosophies and religions in the Indian subcontinent.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Omkara
- Omkaran
International Variants
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Famous people named Omkar
Omkar Prasad Nayyar — Indian music composer.
Omkar Kapoor — Indian actor.
Fictional characters named Omkar
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Omkar was first seen in the United States in 1996. Omkar has ranked as high as #1378 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Omkar has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Omkar (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2024 | 5 |