Omri is of Hebrew origin and means "my light". It is primarily used as a boy's name, but it can also be given to girls. The name gained popularity due to its appearance in the biblical story of King Omri from the Northern Kingdom of Israel. Additionally, it was used by famous Israeli writer Amos Oz for his son, further popularizing the name.
"Omri has seen a steady increase in popularity over the past few decades, with a noticeable jump from 5 births per year to 7 in 2022."