Omar
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This name has Hebrew and Arabic roots, meaning "flourishing, long-lived, eloquent and gifted speaker". It can also be a variant of the Greek name Homer; others include: Omer, Omero and Omari. It is widely used in Islamic countries, varying from the original spelling 'Umar'.
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Omar ibn al-Khattāb, second Caliph of Muhammad.
Omar Khayyám, Persian philosopher, astronomer, mathematician, physician, and poet. He is best known for his classic poem, the Rubáiyát.
Omar Bradley, American five-star general and field commander.
Omar Sharif (born Michel Demitri Shalhoub), Egyptian actor, best known for his performance in "Dr. Zhivago" in the title role.
Omar Bongo, President of Gabon for 42 years (1967-2009).
Omar Rodriguez-Lopez, guitarist for the band Mars Volta.- Omar in song, story & screen: | Edit
Omar Devone Little, character in the HBO series, "The Wire".
"Omar the Tentmaker", classic 1922 film.
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Global Popularity of the Name Omar
- #145 in United States
- #193 in Canada (Alberta)
- #195 in Canada (Quebec)
- #246 in Norway
- #429 in Scotland
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Commentary on the name Omar:
Omar is well known as a name of Arabic origin, thanks to poet Omar Khayyam and actor Omar Sharif. It's also a biblical name, a Latino and African-American favorite, and the name of WWII General Omar Bradley. What do all those associations add up to? A name that's completely familiar but uncommonly striking.
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