Thumamah
Thumamah is a Muslim boy name meaning “A desert grass (thumām plant)”.
| Meaning | A desert grass (thumām plant) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ثمامة |
| Pronunciation | thoo-MAH-mah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Thumamah
Thumamah (Thumāma) is an old Arabian name usually linked to thumām, a hardy desert grass. Its most famous bearer is Thumāma ibn Uthāl, a chief of Banu Hanifa in al-Yamama who was captured, treated kindly by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and then embraced Islam of his own accord. He remained firm in faith when many of his tribe apostatised after the Prophet's death.
Is Thumamah a Muslim name?
Yes. Thumamah is an Arabic Muslim name, known above all as the name of the Companion Thumāma ibn Uthāl.
Where is the name Thumamah used?
A classical Sahaba name chosen by religiously minded families, mostly in the Gulf and among converts and diaspora Muslims.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Thumamah mean?
Thumamah means 'A desert grass (thumām plant)'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Thumamah a Muslim name?
Yes. Thumamah is an Arabic Muslim name, known above all as the name of the Companion Thumāma ibn Uthāl.
How do you write Thumamah in Arabic?
Thumamah is written ثمامة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Thumamah?
Thumamah is pronounced thoo-MAH-mah.