Umaru
Umaru is a Muslim boy name meaning “Long-lived, flourishing life”.
| Meaning | Long-lived, flourishing life |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Hausa / Fulani form |
| Arabic spelling | عمر |
| Pronunciation | OO-mah-roo |
| Arabic root | ع م ر (ʿ-m-r) — life, to live long |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Umaru
Umaru is the Hausa and Fulani form of ʿUmar. West African languages often add a final vowel to Arabic names, so ʿUmar becomes Umaru just as Bakr becomes Bakari. The name honours ʿUmar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb, and in Nigeria it is familiar through former president Umaru Musa Yar'Adua.
Is Umaru a Muslim name?
Yes. Umaru is the West African form of the Muslim name Umar.
Where is the name Umaru used?
Very common in northern Nigeria, Niger, Cameroon and Sierra Leone; spelled Oumarou in French-speaking countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Umaru mean?
Umaru means 'Long-lived, flourishing life'. It comes from Arabic, Hausa / Fulani form.
Is Umaru a Muslim name?
Yes. Umaru is the West African form of the Muslim name Umar.
How do you write Umaru in Arabic?
Umaru is written عمر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Umaru?
Umaru is pronounced OO-mah-roo.