How Many People Are Named Omega?

Complete statistics for the name Omega: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Omega
Very Rare
Greek

Omega means 'the end' in Greek and it's incredibly rare, with only 1,934 people bearing this name out of 170,637 Americans. That makes it one of the most unique names around, and it's becoming more popular, peaking in 2019.

~367
Living in US
1 in 903,132
Americans
2019
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
The end
🌐
Origin
Greek
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Determined Ambitious
5
Life Path Number

It's believed that those with the life path number 5 are adventurous and versatile, always seeking new experiences.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

4,001
Worldwide Bearers
#23,612
Global Rank
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
715
🇮🇳 India
665
🇿🇦 South Africa
494
🇬🇭 Ghana
449
🇲🇽 Mexico
415
🇪🇬 Egypt
152
🇺🇬 Uganda
105
🇨🇺 Cuba
103
🇨🇲 Cameroon
100
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
80

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
736 (38%)
♀ Female
1,198 (62%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 59
843
Would be under 30 (28%)
725
Would be 30–60 (24%)
1,404
Would be over 60 (47%)

All 2,972 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2019

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
94
Classic Feel
30
Modern Appeal
90
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Omega Through the Generations

People named Omega span several generations, but the majority, 47%, are over 60 years old, giving the name an older feel despite its recent rise in popularity. In 2019, 68 babies were given the name Omega, marking its peak year. The age distribution shows 843 under 30, 725 between 30 and 60, and 1,404 over 60, indicating a trend towards a younger generation adopting this name while maintaining a significant presence among older individuals.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 79
Oklahoma 49
Kentucky 28
North Carolina 28
Florida 23
Tennessee 21
Virginia 17
Georgia 13
Illinois 11
Arkansas 6

✨ Similar Names to Omega

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Omega's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Omega

How Many People Have the Name Omega?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 367 people in the United States currently share the name Omega. That works out to roughly 1 in every 903,132 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Omega a Common or Rare Name?

Omega is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Omega Mean?

Omega means "the end" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Omega in SSA data, approximately 38% are male and 62% are female.

When Was Omega Most Popular?

The name Omega reached peak popularity in 2019, with 68 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Omega?

Approximately 367 people named Omega live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 367. That works out to roughly 1 in 903,132 Americans.

Is Omega a rare name?

Omega is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 903,132 Americans has this name.

What does the name Omega mean?

Omega means "the end" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Omega more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 38% of people named Omega are male and 62% are female.

When was Omega most popular?

Omega peaked in 2019 with 68 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US367
All-Time Births367
1 in X1 in 903,132
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age59
Peak Year2019
World Rank#23,612
Male %38%
Female %62%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.