Omar

Meaning

“Arabic Umar, often glossed 'long-lived' or 'flourishing'; exact origin debated”

Source

Cultural Notes

Omar was a companion of the Prophet Muhammad and the second Caliph of Islam; the name is also borne by Persian poet Omar Khayyam.

Popularity

Famous People Named Omar

• •Omar Sharif (actor), Omar Sy (actor)

Variants & Spellings

• Umar