Oma
Oma: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈoʊ.mə/
Meaning and origin of Oma
- A female given name
Etymology
Coined as a feminine equivalent of Omar.
How popular is Oma?
Since 1880, 9,598 girls and 181 boys in the U.S. have been named Oma (98% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #276 in 1901. Its highest rank for boys was #1047 in 1894. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Oma FAQ
What does the name Oma mean?
A female given name Coined as a feminine equivalent of Omar.
How popular is the name Oma?
Since 1880, 9,598 girls and 181 boys in the U.S. have been named Oma (98% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #276 in 1901. Its highest rank for boys was #1047 in 1894. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Oma a boy or girl name?
Oma is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 9,598 girls and 181 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.