Umer
Boy name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Umer: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 1985.
Umer, an Arabic name deeply rooted in Islamic tradition, is a variant of Omar, meaning "flourishing," "long-lived," or "populous." The most famous bearer is Umar ibn al-Khattab (also spelled Omar), the second caliph of Islam and a revered companion of the Prophet Muhammad, known for his justice and expansion of the early Muslim empire. While there are no direct Scottish place connections, the name has strong ties to historic cities like Umerkot in Pakistan. A common alternative spelling in the West is Omar, which has gained broader recognition through figures like actor Omar Sharif. The name also carries an interesting correlation, as Umar has seen steady use among Scottish babies in recent decades, reflecting Scotland's growing multicultural community.
Boy 2 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19853 babies
- Latest (1993)
- #3783 babies
- Total births
- 6since 1985
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y