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Om

Om is a sacred syllable in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, symbolizing the essence of the ultimate reality or consciousness. It is often associated with meditation and spiritual practices, evoking feelings of calm and connection to the universe.

Key Stats

Total births2,321
GenderMale (61% / 39%)
Peak year2008
Peak generationGen Z
First recorded2002
Most recent2025
Syllables1
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

NJ — 25%CA — 25%TX — 20%NY — 15%IL — 15%

Notable People

Om Puri (Actor, *The Hundred-Foot Journey*) · Om Namah Shivaya (Traditional mantra) · Omicron (COVID-19 variant, widely discussed in media) · Omari Hardwick (Actor, *Power*) · Omara Portuondo (Cuban singer, member of Buena Vista Social Club)

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