Oumar Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationOO-mar / /uːˈmɑːr/Arabic; African
Meaning
Long-lived (Arabic); A variant of Umar (African)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Oumar is derived from 'Umar', which is associated with long life and prosperity. It is a common name in Islamic culture, often linked to Umar ibn al-Khattab, a prominent companion of the Prophet Muhammad. In African contexts, particularly among the Fulani and other West African groups, Oumar serves as a variant of Umar, reflecting the name's widespread influence across cultures.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Omar
- Umar
- Ommar
International Variants
- Omar (Spanish)
- Oumar (French)
- Umar (Arabic)
Famous people named Oumar
Oumar Sissoko — Malian filmmaker.
Oumar Koné — Ivorian footballer.
Fictional characters named Oumar
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Oumar was first seen in the United States in 1993. Oumar has ranked as high as #1324 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Oumar has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Oumar (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 10 | |
| PA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 30 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 36 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 31 |
| 2013 | 38 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 38 |
| 2019 | 32 |
| 2020 | 35 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 31 |