Saumu
Saumu is a Muslim girl name meaning “Fasting; born during Ramadan”.
| Meaning | Fasting; born during Ramadan |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Swahili, from Arabic ṣawm |
| Arabic spelling | صوم |
| Pronunciation | sah-OO-moo |
| Arabic root | ص و م (ṣ-w-m) — to fast |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Saumu
Saumu is the Swahili word for 'fast', from the Arabic ṣawm. As a name it is usually given to a girl born during Ramadan, the month of fasting. Swahili adds the final -u to the Arabic word. The name links the child to one of the five pillars of Islam.
Is Saumu a Muslim name?
Yes. Saumu is a Muslim Swahili name meaning 'fasting', often given to a girl born in Ramadan.
Is Saumu in the Quran?
The fast is commanded in the Quran: 'O you who believe, fasting is prescribed for you' (Quran 2:183).
Where is the name Saumu used?
Common in Tanzania and Kenya.
Gifts with the name Saumu
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Spellings and variants of Saumu
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saumu mean?
Saumu means 'Fasting; born during Ramadan'. It comes from Swahili, from Arabic ṣawm.
Is Saumu a Muslim name?
Yes. Saumu is a Muslim Swahili name meaning 'fasting', often given to a girl born in Ramadan.
How do you write Saumu in Arabic?
Saumu is written صوم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Saumu?
Saumu is pronounced sah-OO-moo.
Is Saumu mentioned in the Quran?
The fast is commanded in the Quran: 'O you who believe, fasting is prescribed for you' (Quran 2:183).