Omelia

“A little home”

Italy origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13224US 2022

7Births / yr

↓Falling

214All-time births

📅 Since 191200

How to pronounce Omelia

oh·MEL·ee·uh

/oʊ.ˈmɛl.iː.ə/ · stress on MEL · 4 syllables

“A little home”

Italy origin · Girl name

What does Omelia mean and where does it come from?

Omelia is derived from the Italian word 'omelia', which means a place of comfort and warmth, akin to home. In Latin, it relates to peace. It has been used in Italy for centuries and is less common outside of Italian-speaking communities.

Cultural significance

Omelia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a little home.

Peak popularity

Reached #2357 in 1912 — currently #13224 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Omelia?

Omelia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Omelia Grace

How popular is Omelia right now?

Falling — down 3830 spots — currently #13224 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2022#13224 · Top 9.8%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#13224	7	▼ down 3830 · -36% births
2021	#9394	11	▲ up 127 · +10% births
2020	#9521	10	▼ down 5054 · +43% births
1950	#4467	7	▼ down 252 · +17% births
1945	#4215	6	▼ down 166
1940	#4049	6	▲ up 211
1930	#4260	6	▼ down 404 · -25% births
1925	#3856	8	▲ up 332 · +14% births
1920	#4188	7	▼ down 161 · +17% births
1915	#4027	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Omelia

Best Year1925Rank #3856

Peak Count11

Average Rank#6120

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202210 years

The story of Omelia

Omelia entered American naming records in 1912 and has been in use for over 112 years. With 214 total births recorded, Omelia remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4027 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13224 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Omelia in 1912:

Mary Helen Dorothy Margaret Ruth

Omelia by decade

Omelia peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	48
1920s ★	58
1930s	27
1940s	41
1950s	18
2010s	12
2020s	10

💎Omelia has only 214 total recorded births since 1912 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Omelia?

Common

OmeOmOmieOmyElia

What names sound and feel like Omelia?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Omelia also consider these

Omeria

American · Sheaf of grain

Otelia

Italy · wealthy

Omekia

American · the one who

Comelia

Italy · a form of

Emelia

Italy · Rival; industrious

English · God's promise

Common questions about the name Omelia

What does the name Omelia mean?

Omelia means "A little home" — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Omelia?

Omelia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Omelia?

Omelia originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Omelia?

Omelia is a four-syllable name pronounced OW0 M EH1 L IY0 AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Omelia?

Omelia pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.