Declining since 2010, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Aum since 1999
Babies named Aum per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 78 |
| 2010s | 117 |
| 2020s | 53 |
Meaning & origin
The name Aum first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1999 and saw its highest usage in 2011. Since 2010, its trajectory has been falling, but it remains a distinctive choice. With a current 1-in-341,615 rate, it is exceptionally rare. The name's spiritual weight as the sacred syllable Om gives it a quiet resonance among families seeking meaningful names. Despite its ancient roots in Sanskrit, its modern adoption reflects broader interest in Eastern spirituality and minimalist names. The name has not been recorded in any top states, consistent with its niche appeal.
Aum is the romanization of the sacred syllable ॐ (Om), a primordial sound in Hindu scriptures. It has appeared in the Upanishads and other Vedic texts for millennia. In English baby-naming records, it spiked in the late 2000s and early 2010s partly due to spiritual and wellness trends.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Om
Sibling names for Aum
Names that share Aum's style, for a brother or sister.
