Danjuma
Danjuma is a Muslim boy name meaning “Son born on Friday”.
| Meaning | Son born on Friday |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hausa (with Arabic Jumʿa) |
| Pronunciation | dan-JOO-mah |
| Arabic root | ج م ع (j-m-ʿ) — to gather; Jumʿa, Friday |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Danjuma
Danjuma is a Hausa name made of dan, 'son', and Juma, the Hausa form of Arabic Jumʿa, Friday. It is given to a boy born on Friday, the day of congregational prayer, and the girl's equivalent is Jummai. It is very common in northern Nigeria and Niger, and is also found as a surname.
Is Danjuma a Muslim name?
Yes. Danjuma is a Hausa Muslim name honouring Friday, the blessed day of Jumuʿah prayer. It is widely used by Muslim families in northern Nigeria.
Is Danjuma in the Quran?
Friday is named in the Quran: 'When the call is made for prayer on the day of Jumuʿah, hasten to the remembrance of Allah' (Quran 62:9).
Where is the name Danjuma used?
Common among Hausa speakers in northern Nigeria and Niger.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Danjuma mean?
Danjuma means 'Son born on Friday'. It comes from Hausa (with Arabic Jumʿa).
Is Danjuma a Muslim name?
Yes. Danjuma is a Hausa Muslim name honouring Friday, the blessed day of Jumuʿah prayer. It is widely used by Muslim families in northern Nigeria.
How do you pronounce Danjuma?
Danjuma is pronounced dan-JOO-mah.
Is Danjuma mentioned in the Quran?
Friday is named in the Quran: 'When the call is made for prayer on the day of Jumuʿah, hasten to the remembrance of Allah' (Quran 62:9).