Omri

“my sheaf, my grain”

Hebrew origin · Unisex name

♂ 98% boys♀ 2% girls

#2877US 2023

44Births / yr

↑Rising

722All-time births

📅 Since 199600

What does Omri mean and where does it come from?

Omri is a name with biblical roots in Hebrew (עֹמְרִי). It is primarily the name of a king of Israel mentioned in the Old Testament. The name signifies abundance and sustenance, resonating with agricultural themes. Omri has been used traditionally as a male name, though more recently, it has been ad

Cultural significance

Omri has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hebrew-speaking communities, where it reflects values of my sheaf, my grain.

Peak popularity

Reached #14567 in 1996 — currently #2877 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Omri?

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

Omri Grace

How popular is Omri right now?

Rising fast — up 2096 spots — currently #2877 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#2877 · Top 2.1%

2015

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2877	44	▲ up 2096 · +120% births
2022	#4973	20	▼ down 2256 · -57% births
2021	#2717	47	▲ up 14380 · +840% births
2015	#17097	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Omri

Best Year2021Rank #2717

Peak Count47

Average Rank#6916

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20234 years

The story of Omri

Omri is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1996. With 722 total births recorded, Omri remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #17097 in 2015 to #2877 in 2023. Omri is used for both genders: 2% female and 98% male.

Names that peaked alongside Omri in 1996:

Emily Jessica Ashley Sarah Samantha

Omri by decade

Omri peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	35
1990s	162
2000s	201
2010s ★	283
2020s	41

💎Omri has only 722 total recorded births since 1996 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

Famous people named Omri

Omri (historical figure)

Omri bore this name in the Biblical tradition, reflecting its deep roots in Hebrew scripture and culture.

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What names sound and feel like Omri?

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

English · A meaningful name

Ofri

Israel · my sheep

Gori

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Emri

Turkey · Turkish

Omni

American · all, everywhere

Dori

Hebrew · דּוֹרִי

How is Omri written in other languages?

עָמְרִי

Hebrew

Common questions about the name Omri

What does the name Omri mean?

Omri means "my sheaf, my grain" — a name rooted in Hebrew 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 Omri?

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

What is the cultural origin of Omri?

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

Is Omri trending right now?

Omri is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Omri a common or rare name?

Omri is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.