MallowbyNames

Omie

OH-mee · Of uncertain origin; possibly a feminine diminutive of Omar or a variant of Oma.

Peak popularity
1886
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Omie since 1880

Babies named Omie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1920, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Omie's real moment was 1886.

1327401880192019602000Most births 1920Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1880s56
1890s113
1900s148
1910s264
1920s250
1930s148
1940s108
1950s38
1960s20
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s12

Meaning & origin

Omie is a rare feminine name first recorded in the United States in 1880, with its peak usage occurring in 1886. Since then, its trajectory has remained stable, meaning it has never experienced a significant revival. The name does not rank in modern popularity data, and its one-in-N occurrence is negligible. Primarily used in the 1880s, Omie likely emerged as a diminutive of Omar or a variant of Oma, but its exact origins remain uncertain. It has no strong association with any U.S. state, as it did not reach significant enough usage to chart in top state rankings. Omie's rarity and vintage charm may appeal to parents seeking a very unusual name with a turn-of-the-century feel.

Omie first appeared in U.S. birth records in the 1880s, most commonly used as a feminine name. It may have originated as a diminutive of Omar or as a pet form of Oma, which itself is of various origins. Its usage peaked in 1886, after which it declined and has since remained extremely rare. The name does not have a clear etymological root beyond English naming conventions of the late 19th century.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Oma, Omie

Sibling names for Omie

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

Sisters: Effie, Mae, Nellie, Pearl, Cora

Brothers: Otis, Roy, Earl, Claude, Hugh

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Omie mean?
Omie is of uncertain origin. It may be a feminine diminutive of Omar or a variant of Oma, but no definitive meaning has been established.
How popular is the name Omie?
Omie is extremely rare. Its peak year was 1886, when it ranked among U.S. births, but it has not ranked in recent decades. As of 2025, it is not commonly used.
Is Omie a boy or girl name?
Omie has historically been used primarily for girls, based on U.S. Social Security data dating back to 1880.