Flourishing, long-lived, or eloquent
Derived from the Arabic root 'amara', the name signifies life, longevity, and prosperity. It is a deeply historical name, famously borne by the second caliph of Islam, and is also associated with the Hebrew name Omer, referring to a sheaf of grain.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Academy Award-nominated Egyptian actor
Persian mathematician, astronomer, and poet
French actor known for 'The Intouchables' and 'Lupin'
Iconic stick-up man from Baltimore · The Wire
Senior officer of the United States Army during WWII
Eleven-time Gold Glove winning MLB shortstop
Grammy-nominated American singer-songwriter
American actor known for 'House' and 'Juice'
