Omids

Omids is the English plural form used to refer to people who have the given name Omid. Omid is a Persian masculine given name that means "hope." In Persian, the name is written امید.

The name is common in Iran, Afghanistan, and among Persian-speaking diaspora communities. It may also appear in other contexts where Iranian cultural influence is present. The plural form omids is primarily used in English-language biographical or genealogical writing and does not designate a distinct ethnic or cultural group.

Usage of the term is typically limited to referring to multiple individuals named Omid rather than forming a collective identity. In most contexts, writers prefer to identify people by their full names or professions rather than using the shorthand "the Omids."

Notable individuals with the given name Omid include Omid Djalili, a British-Iranian comedian and actor. Beyond this, the name is borne by many people across diverse fields such as education, technology, and the arts, reflecting its widespread use in Persian-speaking communities and the Iranian diaspora.