boy · Sanskrit

Om

/OM/

Meaning: Sacred sound of creation

Om at a glance

Meaning
Sacred sound of creation
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Gender
boy
Pronunciation
OM
Syllables
1
Popularity
classic
Variants & Spellings
Oma, Omie, Omia, Omee, Omye, Omon

Lucky details for Om

Number
2
Color
Pearl White
Stone
Moonstone
Flower
Jasmine
Day
Monday
Planet
Moon
Zodiac
Cancer
Metal
Silver

Om is a Sanskrit name meaning “sacred sound of creation”. Parents choose Om for its 1-syllable rhythm and its association with gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Om reduce to 2, a number linked with Moon and with people who are empathetic, diplomatic, a wonderful listener and peacemaker.

Numerology

Chaldean value 2 — Gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred.

Personality

Gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred

Positive Traits

Empathetic, diplomatic, a wonderful listener and peacemaker

Negative Traits

Sensitive to criticism and can take things to heart

Career Suggestions

Counselling, teaching, nursing, hospitality, the arts

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FAQs about the name Om

What does the name Om mean?

Om means “sacred sound of creation” and comes from a Sanskrit root.

Is Om a boy or girl name?

Om is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Om?

Om is pronounced OM (1 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Om?

The lucky number for Om is 2, ruled by Moon.

What are good nicknames for Om?

Popular short forms include Om.