Omer: meaning of the Hebrew name
עֹמֶר
Pronounced OH-mer
- Unisex
- Hebrew
- #37 in Israel, 2024
Meaning of Omer
An omer is the first sheaf of grain from the harvest, the one that begins the counting of the Omer. As a name, Omer expresses abundance, beginnings and growth. Used for both boys and girls.
Omer in Hebrew
Omer is written עומר in Hebrew (with vowel points: עֹמֶר). Hebrew is read from right to left.
- עAyin
- וVav
- מMem
- רResh
Gematria value: 316 (Ayin 70 + Vav 6 + Mem 40 + Resh 200)
About the name
- GenderUnisex
- OriginHebrew
- Meaningsheaf of grain
- PronunciationOH-mer
- Hebrewעומר
- Syllables2
Popularity in Israel
In 2024, Omer ranked #37 among boys' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (456 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #18, in 2016.
In 2024, Omer ranked #55 among girls' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (315 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #34, in 2020.
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All years 2014-2024
| Year | Rank (boys) | Babies | Rank (girls) | Babies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 37 | 456 | 55 | 315 |
| 2023 | 37 | 453 | 60 | 302 |
| 2022 | 28 | 606 | 44 | 423 |
| 2021 | 23 | 731 | 41 | 436 |
| 2020 | 23 | 690 | 34 | 469 |
| 2019 | 24 | 715 | 37 | 449 |
| 2018 | 20 | 760 | 43 | 424 |
| 2017 | 19 | 789 | 59 | 355 |
| 2016 | 18 | 788 | 45 | 413 |
| 2015 | 21 | 731 | 79 | 230 |
| 2014 | 21 | 691 | 98 | 171 |
Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), first names given to Jewish newborns, 2014-2024. Ranks cover the 150 most common names per year.
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Questions about Omer
What does the name Omer mean?
An omer is the first sheaf of grain from the harvest, the one that begins the counting of the Omer. As a name, Omer expresses abundance, beginnings and growth. Used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Omer?
Omer is pronounced OH-mer in modern Israeli Hebrew. The syllable in capital letters is stressed.
How do you write Omer in Hebrew?
Omer is written עומר in Hebrew (with vowel points: עֹמֶר).
How popular is the name Omer in Israel?
In 2024, Omer ranked #37 among boys' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (456 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #18, in 2016. In 2024, Omer ranked #55 among girls' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (315 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #34, in 2020. Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics.
What is the gematria of Omer?
In gematria, the Hebrew spelling עומר adds up to 316 (Ayin 70 + Vav 6 + Mem 40 + Resh 200).
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