Omer
Meaning of Omer
The name Omer is a masculine name with rich historical and cultural roots. It originates from Hebrew, where it means "sheaf of grain," symbolizing abundance and prosperity. In Islamic tradition, the name is associated with Umar ibn al-Khattab, a prominent companion of Prophet Muhammad and the second caliph of the Muslim community. The pronunciation varies slightly across languages: in Turkish, it is pronounced as AW-mehr (/ˈɔmæɾ/), in French as oh-MEHR (/o.mɛʁ/), and in English as OH-mer (/ˈoʊmər/). Variations of the name include Omar and Omair. Despite its ancient origins, Omer remains a relatively uncommon choice in the United States, consistently ranking outside the top 1000 baby names over the past century. However, its timeless appeal continues to attract parents looking for a distinctive yet meaningful name for their sons.
Pronunciation
Turkish
- Pronunced as AW-mehr (/ˈɔmæɾ/)
French
- Pronunced as oh-MEHR (/o.mɛʁ/)
English
- Pronunced as OH-mer (/ˈoʊmər/)
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Notable People Named Omer
| Omer Adam is an American-born Israeli singer known for blending eastern Mizrahi music with Western Pop, and was dubbed "Israel's most famous singer" by Ynetnews in 2023. |
| Omer Bartov is an Israeli-born historian and the Samuel Pisar Professor of Holocaust and Genocide Studies at Brown University, known as one of the world's leading authorities on genocide. |
| Omer Avital is an Israeli-American jazz bassist, composer, and bandleader. |
| Omer Damari is an Israeli former footballer who currently serves as the head coach of Hapoel Tel Aviv's U17 team. |
| Omer Ihsas is a Sudanese singer, composer, and bandleader known for his music rooted in folk styles from South Darfur and his advocacy for reconciliation and peace in Sudan. |
| Omer Bhatti - Omer Michael Jamal Bhatti, also known as O-Bee, is a Norwegian rapper and dancer who gained recognition for his association with Michael Jackson and served as a judge on Norske Talenter. |
| Omer Hanin is an Israeli professional footballer currently playing as a goalkeeper for German club FSV Frankfurt. |
| Omer Halilhodžić is a Bosnian automotive designer. |
| Omer Peretz is an Israeli footballer known for playing for F.C. Ironi Ariel and Maccabi Netanya F.C. |
| Ömer Aşık - Ömer Faruk Aşık is a Turkish former professional basketball player known for his time with the Chicago Bulls and the Turkish national team. |
| Ömer Ali Kazma - Ali Kazma is a renowned Turkish video artist recognized for his series capturing human activity and labor, delving into the significance of production and social organization. |
| Ömer Özkan is a Turkish plastic surgeon known for leading the first full face transplant in Turkey in 2012. |
| Ömer Toprak is a professional footballer from Germany who plays as a centre back for Süper Lig club Antalyaspor and has represented the Turkey national team. |
| Ömer Sabancı is a prominent Turkish businessman and member of the wealthy Sabancı family, known for his leadership in various business holdings and significant net worth. |
| Muhammet Ömer Çakı is a Turkish professional footballer known for his role as a defender for Tarsus Idman Yurdu. |
