Omolara

“A child is worth more than wealth” — Symbolizes the admiration and value

Nigeria origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#17043US 2021

5Births / yr

↓Falling

117All-time births

📅 Since 198500

How to pronounce Omolara

AW·MOH·lur·AH

/ˈɔ.ˈmoʊ.lər.ˈɑ/ · stress on AW · 4 syllables

“A child is worth more than wealth”

Symbolizes the admiration and value · Nigeria origin

What does Omolara mean and where does it come from?

Omolara is a name of Yoruba origin, primarily used in Nigeria. It reflects a cultural emphasis on family and the value of children over material wealth. The name is a composition of 'omo' (child) and 'lara' (to be worth more). It is common in Nigerian culture and symbolizes the admiration and value

Cultural significance

Omolara has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Nigeria-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a child is worth more than wealth.

Peak popularity

Reached #10345 in 2000 — currently #17043 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Omolara?

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

Omolara Grace

How popular is Omolara right now?

Falling — down 6698 spots — currently #17043 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2021#17043 · Top 13%

1985

1990

1995

2000

2021

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#17043	5	▼ down 6698 · -44% births
2000	#10345	9	▲ up 2345 · +50% births
1995	#12690	6	▲ up 1725 · +20% births
1990	#14415	5	▼ down 2024
1985	#12391	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Omolara

Best Year2000Rank #10345

Peak Count9

Average Rank#13377

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1985 - 20215 years

The story of Omolara

Omolara is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1985. With 117 total births recorded, Omolara remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #12391 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #17043 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Omolara in 2000:

Emily Hannah Madison Ashley Sarah

Omolara by decade

Omolara peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	11
1990s	28
2000s ★	44
2010s	34

💎Omolara has only 117 total recorded births since 1985 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Omolara?

Common

OmoOmOmieOmyAra

What names sound and feel like Omolara?

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

Omotara

Nigeria · Yoruba

Omolola

Nigeria · Mother has come

Omotola

Nigeria · My path is

Omara

Swahili-speaking regions · Swahili

Amara

Nigeria · grace

Ozara

Nigeria · God's blessing

Solara

English · of the sun

Xiomara

Spain · ready for battle

Common questions about the name Omolara

What does the name Omolara mean?

Omolara means "A child is worth more than wealth" — a name rooted in Nigeria 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 Omolara?

Omolara is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Omolara have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Omolara?

Omolara originates from Nigeria tradition. Nigeria 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 Omolara?

Omolara is a four-syllable name pronounced AO1 M OW1 L AH0 R AA1. 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 Omolara?

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