Oumar

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Oumar Pronunciation

Oumar is pronounced oo-MAR /uˈmɑr/High

Meaning: West African (French-spelled) form of Umar/Omar — Arabic, 'flourishing, long-lived, populous'; the second caliph's nameHigh

In 30 seconds: Omar, the way West Africa writes it: Oumar means 'flourishing, long-lived' — the name of the great second caliph. Strong, dignified, and proudly Sahelian.

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Origin HighArabic

MeaningWest African (French-spelled) form of Umar/Omar — Arabic, 'flourishing, long-lived, populous'; the second caliph's name

U.S. rank (2024)#3657 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births31 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2013

Total births (all-time)≈ 722

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Oumar is the French-spelled West African form of Umar/Omar — Arabic, 'flourishing, long-lived, populous'. Umar ibn al-Khattab, the powerful and just second caliph, made the name historic; it is a Sahelian staple (footballer Oumar Niasse, among many).

In the U.S. it appears in West African and Muslim families. Rare, flourishing at the root, and dignified.

Did you know? Umar — the root of Oumar — was the second caliph of Islam, renowned for justice; and Oumar is the everyday West African spelling, carried by footballers and statesmen across the Sahel.

Overall data confidence 85%

Behind the Name — Umar — root etymology

Variations

OmarUmarOumarou

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Oumar?

Oumar is pronounced oo-MAR (/uˈmɑr/). Press play above to hear Oumar said aloud.

How do you say Oumar?

Oumar is said oo-MAR (/uˈmɑr/). Press play above to hear Oumar said aloud.

What does the name Oumar mean?

Oumar is a form of Umar/Omar, Arabic for 'flourishing, long-lived, populous'.

Is Oumar a boy or girl name?

Oumar is a boy's name.

How popular is Oumar?

Oumar is a rare name in the U.S.