Umar
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Bitter, beloved, sea of sorrow
Origin: French
Popularity: Ranked #1164 in 2025 with 180 babies born.
History: Umar surged in the 2010s-2020s as an Arabic name meaning 'life/long-lived.' Umar was the second Caliph of Islam. The name represents the Muslim-American naming tradition.
Similar names: umair, umaira, umayr, uma, umrah, umay, umer, uzma
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Umar? About 1 in 18,492 babies born in 2025 were named Umar, or roughly 0.5 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Umar
What does the name Umar mean?
Umar means “Bitter, beloved, sea of sorrow” from French roots.
What is the origin of the name Umar?
Umar has French origin. The traditional meaning is “Bitter, beloved, sea of sorrow”.
How popular is Umar?
Umar ranked #1159 in 2025 — given to 180 babies that year.
When was Umar most popular?
Umar peaked in 2025 with 180 babies registered that year.
Is Umar a boy or girl name?
Umar is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Umars in registered births are male.
Is the name Umar rising or falling in popularity?
Umar has risen 443 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1602 in 2020 to #1159 in 2025.
How long has Umar been recorded?
Umar appears in birth records across 59 years — from 1951 through 2025.