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UMAR Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

866th

Most common surname in India

78,355

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

History:

Umar. This surname is a fascinating one, with roots in the Arabic language. Its a name that has traveled far and wide, carried by people who have moved for various reasons. Some migrations were forced, driven by conflict or hardship, while others were voluntary, seeking new opportunities or a better life. These movements have shaped the distribution of this surname, making it a testament to the interconnectedness of human history.

Description:

Umar is a common surname in many parts of the world, particularly in South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. This surname is associated with various communities, sub-communities, and sub-castes depending on the specific region and cultural context. To provide a more accurate answer, I need more information about the specific location or region where you are interested in.

This surname is a fascinating one! Its got a rich history and a few interesting variations. Lets see, theres the classic spelling, of course, and then theres a more modern version thats a bit shorter. And finally, theres a variation thats a bit more unique, with a different ending. These variations all have their own stories and meanings, making this surname even more intriguing.

State-wise distribution of people with UMAR surname

from iMeUsWe Database

Bihar state distribution for UMAR surname

Bihar

5,434

Maharashtra state distribution for UMAR surname

Maharashtra

3,517

Uttar Pradesh state distribution for UMAR surname

Uttar Pradesh

2,220

Delhi state distribution for UMAR surname

Delhi

1,319

Andhra Pradesh state distribution for UMAR surname

Andhra Pradesh

1,296

Telangana state distribution for UMAR surname

Telangana

1,261

Madhya Pradesh state distribution for UMAR surname

Madhya Pradesh

1,208

Tamil Nadu state distribution for UMAR surname

Tamil Nadu

738

Gujarat state distribution for UMAR surname

Gujarat

646

Andaman and Nicobar Islands state distribution for UMAR surname

Andaman and Nicobar Islands

167

Category-wise distribution of people with UMAR surname

from iMeUsWe Database

People with the surname UMAR appear across 5 types of official government records in iMeUsWe's database — from electoral rolls to agricultural records — showing how widely distributed this surname is across Indian society.

Food Distribution Records category for UMAR surname

11,472 (63%)

Food Distribution Records

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for UMAR surname

4,243 (23%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

Voters List category for UMAR surname

2,457 (14%)

Voters List

Govertment Farmers Benificary List category for UMAR surname

4 (0.0%)

Govertment Farmers Benificary List

Investor & Taxpayer Records category for UMAR surname

1 (0.0%)

Investor & Taxpayer Records

Frequently Asked Questions

The UMAR surname is found across multiple communities including Barelvi communities.

The UMAR surname is primarily associated with the Islam religion.

Bihar has the highest concentration of the UMAR surname with 5,434 records (30.5%).

The UMAR surname is written in URDU script.

UMAR is ranked #866 in India with approximately 78,355 people bearing this surname.

The UMAR surname is found across 10 states, with the top 3 being Bihar (30.5%), Maharashtra (19.8%), Uttar Pradesh (12.5%).

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