Boy
Om
sacred sound, universal peace
About Om
Ancient resonance meets contemporary minimalism in this profound single-syllable choice. The circular sound creates a sense of completeness and wholeness, beginning and ending with the mouth in the same position. This name carries spiritual depth for families who value meditation, mindfulness, and inner peace. The brevity makes it strikingly modern while the significance connects to timeless wisdom. Boys given this name often develop thoughtful, introspective qualities balanced with calm confidence. It's a conversation starter that invites sharing of family values and beliefs, creating opportunities for meaningful connection. The name's simplicity means no spelling errors, no mispronunciations, no confusion—just pure, intentional clarity. It represents a bold departure from conventional choices, signaling parents who prioritize substance and meaning over trends and popularity, who see naming as a spiritual practice rather than merely social convention.
Popularity of the Name Om
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| Canada | |
|---|---|
| 2003 | #742 |
| 2004 | #965 |
| 2005 | #867 |
| 2024 | #982 |
| 2025 | #968 |
Top names by country: Canada
Variations of Name Om
Names Similar to Om
Nicknames for Om
- Ommy
- Ohm
- Omer
- Omy
- Omie
Famous People Named Om
| Om Prakash | Indian film director |
| Om Shivpuri | Indian film actor |
| Om Bahadur Bhandari | Nepalese politician |
| Om Marwah | Indian police officer |
| Om Prakash Galhotra | Indian politician |
| Om Thanvi | Indian journalist |
| Om Dutt Sharma | Indian mathematician |
| Om Parkash Dhankar | Indian politician |
| Om Kothari | Indian physicist |
| Om Kalsoum | Egyptian singer |
| Om Kanojiya | Indian cricketer |
| Om Puri | Indian field hockey player |
| Om Prakash Chautala | Indian politician |
| Om Prakash Singh Yadav | Indian politician |
| Om Birla | Indian politician |
| Om Swarup | Indian civil servant |
| Om Adinath Bhattacharya | Indian author |
| Om Prakash Munjal | Indian entrepreneur |
| Om Jayalalithaa | Indian politician |
Characters Named Om
| Om Kapoor | Character in the movie "Om Shanti Om" |
| Om Prakash Makhija | Character in the movie "Om Shanti Om" |
| Om Nom | Character in the mobile game "Cut the Rope" |
| Om Chetri | Character in the book "The Secret of the Nagas" by Amish Tripathi |
| Om Singh | Character in the movie "PK" |
| Om Khanna | Character in the TV series "Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii" |
| Om Mahajan | Character in the TV series "Pavitra Rishta" |
| Om Agarwal | Character in the TV series "Kasamh Se" |
| Om Prakash Rao | Character in the movie "Andaz Apna Apna" |
| Om Prakash | Character in the movie "Namak Halaal" |
| Om Jha | Character in the movie "Special 26" |
| Om Yadav | Character in the movie "Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela" |
| Om Shukla | Character in the TV series "Bade Achhe Lagte Hain" |
| Om Malhotra | Character in the movie "Dil Dhadakne Do" |
| Om Srivastava | Character in the TV series "Ye Hai Mohabbatein" |
| Om Prakash Shukla | Character in the movie "Company" |
| Om Bawari | Character in the TV series "Diya Aur Baati Hum" |
| Om Dalmiya | Character in the TV series "Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi" |
| Om Singhania | Character in the TV series "Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai" |
| Omkar Kapoor | Character in the TV series "Dil Hi Toh Hai" |