Jugurtha
Jugurtha is a Muslim boy name meaning “Name of the Numidian king who fought Rome”.
| Meaning | Name of the Numidian king who fought Rome |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Berber (Amazigh) |
| Arabic spelling | يوغرطة |
| Pronunciation | yoo-GOOR-tah |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Jugurtha
Jugurtha was a king of Numidia, grandson of Massinissa, who fought a long war against Rome in the late second century BC. He is a national hero in Algeria. The original Berber meaning is unclear; the Latin form is used, and in Algeria it is also written Yugurten. It has become a popular revival name.
Is Jugurtha a Muslim name?
Jugurtha is a Berber historical name, not Arabic, given by Muslim Amazigh and Algerian families as a heritage name.
Where is the name Jugurtha used?
Mostly Algeria, especially Kabylie.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jugurtha mean?
Jugurtha means 'Name of the Numidian king who fought Rome'. It comes from Berber (Amazigh).
Is Jugurtha a Muslim name?
Jugurtha is a Berber historical name, not Arabic, given by Muslim Amazigh and Algerian families as a heritage name.
How do you write Jugurtha in Arabic?
Jugurtha is written يوغرطة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Jugurtha?
Jugurtha is pronounced yoo-GOOR-tah.