Mwajuma
Mwajuma is a Muslim girl name meaning “Child of Friday”.
| Meaning | Child of Friday |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Swahili, contraction of Mwanajuma |
| Pronunciation | mwah-JOO-mah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mwajuma
Mwajuma is a contracted form of Mwanajuma, 'child of Friday'. The Swahili mwana is shortened to mwa-, and juma comes from the Arabic jumʿa, Friday, the day of congregational prayer. It is one of the most familiar girls' day names in East Africa.
Is Mwajuma a Muslim name?
Yes. Mwajuma is a Muslim Swahili name meaning 'child of Friday'.
Where is the name Mwajuma used?
Common in Tanzania and Kenya.
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Spellings and variants of Mwajuma
MwanajumaMwajum
More girl names like Mwajuma
Aidah — Returning; visitorAmana — Trust, trustworthiness, loyaltyAmani — Wishes, hopes, aspirationsAmino — Safe, trustworthy, secureArafa — Arafah, the plain of the HajjAsha — Life, livingBakhita — Lucky, fortunateBaraka — Blessing, divine graceBarkhado — Blessed one, bringer of blessingBarwaaqo — Prosperity, abundance after rainCawo — Good fortune, luckDahabo — Gold, goldenDeeqo — Gift, generosityFadumo — One who weans; one who abstainsFaraha — Joy, a moment of happinessFathia — Victory; opening, a new beginningFowsia — Successful, victoriousFowziya — Successful, triumphant
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mwajuma mean?
Mwajuma means 'Child of Friday'. It comes from Swahili, contraction of Mwanajuma.
Is Mwajuma a Muslim name?
Yes. Mwajuma is a Muslim Swahili name meaning 'child of Friday'.
How do you pronounce Mwajuma?
Mwajuma is pronounced mwah-JOO-mah.