Omari

At a Glance

Meaning

Long-lived, flourishing (Swahili/Tanzanian form of Arabic Omar)

Origin

Swahili (from Arabic)

Gender

Boy

Pronunciation

oh-MAR-eeListen

Omari is a boy's name pronounced oh-MAR-ee, the Swahili form of the Arabic name Omar, carrying the meaning 'long-lived, flourishing' as used in Tanzania. You might come across the claim that Omari means 'the highest, the most exalted' — that's not quite right; the name actually traces back through Omar's Swahili usage rather than a standalone superlative meaning. It's a name with roots connecting Arabic and Swahili naming traditions.

Meaning & Origin of Omari

Meaning: Long-lived, flourishing (Swahili/Tanzanian form of Arabic Omar).

Origin: Swahili (from Arabic).

A common claim: the highest, the most exalted Actually: Omari is popularly glossed as 'the highest, most exalted,' but it traces to the Arabic name Omar/Umar ('long-lived, flourishing') as used in Tanzania, not a standalone superlative meaning.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Omari

Popularity of Omari

SSA records for Omari run from 1971 to 2024, with the name peaking at #471 in 2018 (618 boys given the name) and most recently sitting at #617 in 2024 (461 boys).

Names Like Omari

These names share Omari’s style, era or origin.

• Abasi
• Bakari
• Barack
• Bomani
• Faraji
• Jabari

FAQ

What does the name Omari mean?

Long-lived, flourishing (Swahili/Tanzanian form of Arabic Omar). (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Omari?

Omari is pronounced oh-MAR-ee (IPA: /oʊˈmɑːri/).

Is Omari a popular name right now?

Omari peaked at #471 in 2018 and is ranked #617 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1971–2024.)

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