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Omeed

oh-MEED · Hope, aspiration.

Peak popularity
1988
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Omeed since 1979

Babies named Omeed per year in U.S. Social Security records.

51015198020002020Most births 1988Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1970s5
1980s73
1990s120
2000s78
2010s12
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Omeed is a Persian name meaning 'hope,' carried by a small but steady number of families each year. First recorded in the United States in 1979, it reached its peak popularity in 1988, though it has never cracked the top 1,000 boys' names. Its trajectory has remained remarkably stable, neither surging nor fading, reflecting its consistent but niche appeal, particularly within Persian-American communities. The name's connection to its Persian origin gives it a distinct cultural resonance without being tied to any specific state or region in the U.S.

Omeed is a Persian name derived from the word "omid" (امید), meaning 'hope' or 'aspiration.' It has been a traditional given name in Iran and among Persian-speaking communities, carrying positive connotations of optimism and expectation. The name remains in steady but infrequent use across the Persian diaspora.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Omid, Umid, Omed

Sibling names for Omeed

Names that share Omeed's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What is the meaning of the name Omeed?
Omeed means 'hope' or 'aspiration' in Persian.
Is Omeed a common baby name?
Omeed is not a widely common name in the United States. It first appeared on records in 1979, but it has never ranked among the top 1,000 names.
Is Omeed a boy's name or a girl's name?
Omeed is primarily a masculine name, though it may be used for any gender.