Omran
Omran is a Muslim boy name meaning “Prosperity, building up; name of the father of Maryam”.
| Meaning | Prosperity, building up; name of the father of Maryam |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عمران |
| Pronunciation | om-RAAN |
| Arabic root | ع م ر (ʿ-m-r) — life, to build, to flourish |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Omran
Omran is a spelling of ʿImrān, the name the Quran gives to the father of Maryam, whose family is honoured in Surat Āl ʿImrān. The root ʿ-m-r relates to long life, building and flourishing, so the word ʿumrān means civilisation and prosperity. The spelling Omran is common in the Gulf, Egypt and Iran.
Is Omran a Muslim name?
Yes. Omran (ʿImrān) is a Quranic name. The third chapter of the Quran is named after the family of ʿImrān.
Is Omran in the Quran?
The Quran says, 'Allah chose Adam, Nūḥ, the family of Ibrāhīm and the family of ʿImrān over the worlds' (Quran 3:33).
Where is the name Omran used?
Omran is used in the Gulf, Egypt and Iran; Imran is the common form in South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Omran mean?
Omran means 'Prosperity, building up; name of the father of Maryam'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Omran a Muslim name?
Yes. Omran (ʿImrān) is a Quranic name. The third chapter of the Quran is named after the family of ʿImrān.
How do you write Omran in Arabic?
Omran is written عمران in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Omran?
Omran is pronounced om-RAAN.
Is Omran mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says, 'Allah chose Adam, Nūḥ, the family of Ibrāhīm and the family of ʿImrān over the worlds' (Quran 3:33).