Omkar
Meaningthe sacred syllable Om · Sanskrit
Omkar is an Indian boy name meaning “the sacred syllable Om”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- GenerationOmkar peaked in 1998, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Omkar you'd meet today is about 27 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Omkar would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 188,679 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryOmkar first shows up in US birth records in 1996, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 29 years since.
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About the name Omkar
Omkar is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “the sacred syllable Om”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
More Indian boy names
- Unisex name: Makai · toward the sea
- Boy name: Arjun · bright, shining
- Boy name: Zain · beauty, grace
- Unisex name: Idris · possibly studious
- Boy name: Aarav · peaceful, calm
- Unisex name: Rohan · ascending
- Unisex name: Aryan · noble
- Boy name: Ishaan · lord, ruler
Questions about the name Omkar
What does the name Omkar mean?
Omkar means “the sacred syllable Om” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Om (“the sacred syllable”) and Pranav (“sacred syllable Om”).
What is the origin of the name Omkar?
Omkar is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).
Is Omkar a boy or girl name?
Omkar is a boy name. In 2025, 9 US boys were named Omkar.
How popular is the name Omkar?
Omkar ranked #8,243 for US boys in 2025, given to 9 babies. Its best year was 1998, when it reached #4,197. Over the last five years it has slipped 741 places.
What names are similar to Omkar?
If you like Omkar, you might also like Om and Pranav.
What should I know before naming my baby Omkar?
Omkar is an Indian boy name meaning “the sacred syllable Om”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.