Jumaa
Jumaa is a Muslim boy name meaning “Friday; gathering”.
| Meaning | Friday; gathering |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | جمعة |
| Pronunciation | JOO-mah |
| Arabic root | ج م ع (j-m-ʿ) — to gather |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Jumaa
Jumaa is a spelling of Jumʿa, the Arabic word for Friday, the day of congregational prayer. It was traditionally given to boys born on a Friday, a custom found in Egypt, Sudan, East Africa and the Gulf. The Swahili form is Juma, and the Turkish form is Cuma.
Is Jumaa a Muslim name?
Yes. Jumaa is a Muslim name meaning Friday, the blessed day of gathering, and it is the name of a chapter of the Quran.
Is Jumaa in the Quran?
Surah 62 is named al-Jumuʿa: 'O you who believe, when the call is made for prayer on the day of Jumuʿa, hasten to the remembrance of Allah' (Quran 62:9).
Where is the name Jumaa used?
Used in Egypt (Gomaa), Sudan, the Gulf and East Africa (Juma).
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Spellings and variants of Jumaa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jumaa mean?
Jumaa means 'Friday; gathering'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Jumaa a Muslim name?
Yes. Jumaa is a Muslim name meaning Friday, the blessed day of gathering, and it is the name of a chapter of the Quran.
How do you write Jumaa in Arabic?
Jumaa is written جمعة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Jumaa?
Jumaa is pronounced JOO-mah.
Is Jumaa mentioned in the Quran?
Surah 62 is named al-Jumuʿa: 'O you who believe, when the call is made for prayer on the day of Jumuʿa, hasten to the remembrance of Allah' (Quran 62:9).