Omer

At a Glance

Meaning

Primarily 'sheaf of grain' (the barley sheaf counted during the Omer period between Passover and Shavuot); possibly linked to a Hebrew root for 'to say/speak,' which may underlie the 'eloquent' gloss

Origin

Hebrew

Gender

Used for both boys and girls

Pronunciation

OH-merListen

Omer is a Hebrew name, pronounced OH-mer. It primarily means 'sheaf of grain,' a nod to the barley sheaf counted during the Omer period between Passover and Shavuot. It may also connect to a Hebrew root for 'to say' or 'speak,' which could be where the 'eloquent' meaning comes from.

Meaning & Origin of Omer

Meaning: Primarily 'sheaf of grain' (the barley sheaf counted during the Omer period between Passover and Shavuot); possibly linked to a Hebrew root for 'to say/speak,' which may underlie the 'eloquent' gloss.

Origin: Hebrew.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Omer

Popularity of Omer

Omer peaked at #263 in 1891, when 38 babies were given the name. In 2024 it ranked #2105, with 71 babies, so it's a rare name today, though more are named Omer now than in its peak year.

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FAQ

What does the name Omer mean?

Primarily ‘sheaf of grain’ (the barley sheaf counted during the Omer period between Passover and Shavuot); possibly linked to a Hebrew root for ‘to say/speak,’ which may underlie the ‘eloquent’ gloss. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Omer?

Omer is pronounced OH-mer (IPA: /ˈoʊmər/).

Is Omer a popular name right now?

Omer peaked at #263 in 1891 and is ranked #2105 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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