15 Places That Don't Mean What You Think: Explained
Discover 15 places that don't mean what you think—from Paris, Texas to Greenland—and the surprising stories behind their misleading names.
Read more
What Are People From Oman Called?
West Asia, Oman
The demonym for people from Oman is:
About Oman
Oman is a sultanate on the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula, with a long coastline along the Arabian Sea and the Gulf of Oman. Its capital city is Muscat, a picturesque coastal capital known for its white buildings, dramatic harbor, and historic forts. Oman is an absolute monarchy with a long history as an ancient maritime trading nation, whose sailors once connected Arabia with East Africa, India, and beyond. The country is known for dramatic landscapes, including rugged mountains, deep wadis, and desert dunes. Its forts, traditional souqs, and ancient irrigation systems reflect centuries of heritage. Oman is also widely regarded as politically stable, with a moderate foreign policy that has helped it maintain friendly relations with many nations.
Quick Facts about Oman
- Population:
- 4,644,384 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Oman
- Region:
- West Asia
Recommended Geography Resources
Want to explore where Omanis live? Here's the atlas that does it best:
National Geographic Atlas of the World
Highly detailed, stunning visuals
▶See more options
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Etymology of the Oman Demonym
Possibly from 'Uman', a tribal name. The demonym is 'Omani'.
Places near Oman
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Top Things to Do in Oman
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 4,644,384 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Oman
- Region:
- West Asia
Latest Articles
20 Place Names That Were Literally Translated, Explained
From Montenegro to Naples, these 20 place names that were literally translated show how languages rebuild geography — and what the originals mean.
Read more
Recommended Geography Resources
Want to explore where Omanis live? Here's the atlas that does it best:
National Geographic Atlas of the World
Highly detailed, stunning visuals
▶See more options
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Test Your Knowledge
Challenge yourself with our demonym quizzes and see how many you can get right!
Take a Quiz →Learn More
Actions
Test Your Knowledge
Challenge yourself with our demonym quizzes and see how many you can get right!
Take a Quiz →More demonyms from West Asia
Discover demonyms from other places in this region