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Omar

Boy name · 497 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Omar: 497 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 23 births in 2025.

Omar has deep Arabic roots, derived from the name ʿUmar, meaning “flourishing” or “long-lived.” It was borne by Umar ibn al-Khattab, the second caliph of Islam, and later by the celebrated Persian mathematician and poet Omar Khayyam, whose Rubaiyat remains beloved worldwide. In modern times, the Egyptian actor Omar Sharif gained international fame, while the American general Omar Bradley led US forces in World War II. The name’s strong, melodic sound has made it a familiar choice beyond the Arabic-speaking world, including in Scotland. A notable variant is the spelling Omer, sometimes used in Turkish and French contexts. Despite its foreign origins, Omar has become a well-integrated name in multicultural Scotland, appearing consistently