Osama
Osama is a Muslim boy name meaning “Lion”.
| Meaning | Lion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | أسامة |
| Pronunciation | oo-SAH-mah |
| Arabic root | أ س م (ʾ-s-m) |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Osama
Osama is the most familiar English spelling of Usāma, an old Arabic name for the lion. Its most honoured bearer is Usāma ibn Zayd, son of the Prophet's freed companion Zayd ibn Ḥāritha, known as 'the beloved son of the beloved'. The name remains common across the Arab world and South Asia.
Is Osama a Muslim name?
Yes. Osama is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, meaning lion, and it was the name of the Companion Usama ibn Zayd.
Where is the name Osama used?
Common in Egypt, the Levant, the Gulf and Pakistan.
Gifts with the name Osama
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Spellings and variants of Osama
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Osama mean?
Osama means 'Lion'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Osama a Muslim name?
Yes. Osama is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, meaning lion, and it was the name of the Companion Usama ibn Zayd.
How do you write Osama in Arabic?
Osama is written أسامة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Osama?
Osama is pronounced oo-SAH-mah.