Declining since 2022, #5,399 for boys today.
Popularity of Umair since 1982
Babies named Umair per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 38 |
| 1990s | 104 |
| 2000s | 163 |
| 2010s | 171 |
| 2020s | 112 |
Meaning & origin
Umair is a masculine Arabic name that has been in steady use in the United States since the early 1980s. Its first recorded appearance in Social Security data was in 1982, and it reached its peak rank of 5,399 in 2016. However, since 2022 its popularity has declined, reflecting a broader shift away from some traditional Arabic names in favor of newer coinages. With a 2025 incidence of 1 in every 100,475 births, Umair remains a distinctive choice that carries deep cultural and religious resonance. Though its top states are not recorded in the digest, the name is most common among Muslim families with South Asian or Middle Eastern heritage. Its connection to noble figures in early Islamic history gives it a lasting gravitas.
Umair is the diminutive form of the Arabic name 'Amr, meaning 'life' or 'long life'. It was borne by several companions of the Prophet Muhammad, including Umair ibn Wahb, a notable early convert. The name has been used throughout the Islamic world for centuries, reflecting a wish for vitality and blessing.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Umair
Names that share Umair's style, for a brother or sister.
