Oumar is of West African origin, particularly from Mali and Senegal, where it means 'life'. It has been gaining global recognition due to its unique sound and cultural significance.
"The name Oumar experienced significant growth in popularity between 1997 and 2008, with a notable spike to 36 births in 2006 and consistent high numbers up until 2014. However, there's been a decline since then, reaching as low as 20 births in 2011, with the most recent years showing moderate popularity."