Panamanian dictator who ruled Panama 1968–1981 (1929–1981)
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Panamanian dictator who ruled Panama 1968–1981 (1929–1981)
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Arabic
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Omar Torrijos is Panamanian dictator who ruled Panama 1968–1981 (1929–1981).
The name Omar means "a male given name from Arabic, equivalent to English Omar. Etymology: ع م ر From عُمَر. Umar.". It is of Arabic origin.
Name Meaning
a male given name from Arabic, equivalent to English Omar. Etymology: ع م ر From عُمَر. Umar.
The name Omar is of Arabic origin, meaning "a male given name from Arabic, equivalent to English Omar. Etymology: ع م ر From عُمَر. Umar.". It is traditionally a male name.
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