Holding steady.
Popularity of Oma since 1880
Babies named Oma per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1916, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Oma's real moment was 1901.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 394 |
| 1890s | 859 |
| 1900s | 1,250 |
| 1910s | 2,098 |
| 1920s | 2,222 |
| 1930s | 1,326 |
| 1940s | 717 |
| 1950s | 386 |
| 1960s | 159 |
| 1970s | 88 |
| 1980s | 38 |
| 1990s | 26 |
| 2000s | 16 |
| 2010s | 19 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Oma is a rare given name that saw its highest usage in the United States around 1901, when it was given to a small number of baby girls. The name has never ranked in the top 1000, and its trajectory has remained stable at very low usage since the early 1900s. Its meaning is uncertain, and it may have originated as a diminutive or as an independent coinage. Oma is not associated with any particular region or state, and its use has been sporadic. For parents seeking a truly uncommon name with a vintage feel, Oma offers a simple, two-syllable option.
Oma is a name of uncertain derivation. In English-speaking contexts, it may have emerged as a diminutive of longer names such as Othmar or as an affectionate term for grandmother. Alternatively, in Japanese, 'oma' (おま) can mean 'mother,' though this usage is rare as a given name. The name saw modest use in the United States in the early 20th century, peaking in 1901, but has since become very uncommon.
Where Oma is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Oma
Names that share Oma's style, for a brother or sister.
