Oumy
Oumy is a Muslim girl name meaning “Mother; short for Umm Kulthum”.
| Meaning | Mother; short for Umm Kulthum |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Wolof form of Arabic Umm |
| Arabic spelling | أم |
| Pronunciation | OO-mee |
| Arabic root | أ م م (ʾ-m-m) — mother |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Oumy
Oumy is the Senegalese form of Oumou, from Arabic umm, 'mother'. It generally stands for Umm Kulthūm, the name of a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and is very often a name in its own right. It appears in compounds such as Oumy Kalsoum.
Is Oumy a Muslim name?
Yes. Oumy is a Muslim name, from umm, 'mother', usually short for Umm Kulthūm.
Where is the name Oumy used?
Common in Senegal and the Gambia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Oumy mean?
Oumy means 'Mother; short for Umm Kulthum'. It comes from Wolof form of Arabic Umm.
Is Oumy a Muslim name?
Yes. Oumy is a Muslim name, from umm, 'mother', usually short for Umm Kulthūm.
How do you write Oumy in Arabic?
Oumy is written أم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Oumy?
Oumy is pronounced OO-mee.