Omari: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced oh-MAR-ee · 3 syllables
Borrowed from Arabic. The surname is predominantly found in Tanzania.
- Origin
- Arabic
- Pronunciation
- oh-MAR-ee
- US rank (2025)
- #686
- US babies a year
- about 512 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
How popular is Omari?
Omari was the #686 name in the US in 2025, given to 404 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #686 |
| England & Wales | #599 |
| Scotland | #892 |
How old are people named Omari?
Half of US adults named Omari are older than 24; most are between 18 and 49. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Omari
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
- Ameer
- Hashim
- Tahir
- Khalil
- Murad
- Umar
- Jabari
- Tamir
- Jericho
- Yehoshua
- Akiva
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Questions about Omari
How do you pronounce Omari?
Omari is pronounced oh-MAR-ee.
How popular is the name Omari?
Omari was the #686 name in the US in 2025, given to 404 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Omari?
Half of US adults named Omari are older than 24. Most are between 18 and 49.