Umay
Umay is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of the old Turkic mother goddess”.
| Meaning | Name of the old Turkic mother goddess |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkic |
| Pronunciation | oo-MAI |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Umay
Umay was a mother goddess in pre-Islamic Turkic belief, associated with fertility and the protection of women and children. Modern Turkey and Kazakhstan revived the name as a girl's name for its old Turkic heritage. It has no link to Arabic, and its origin is in a pre-Islamic religion.
Is Umay a Muslim name?
Umay is used by Muslim families in Turkey and Central Asia, but it is not an Islamic name; it comes from the name of a pre-Islamic Turkic goddess. Parents who want a similar sound with an Islamic meaning often choose Umaima or Umama.
Where is the name Umay used?
Occasionally used in Turkey and Kazakhstan.
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Spellings and variants of Umay
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Umay mean?
Umay means 'Name of the old Turkic mother goddess'. It comes from Turkic.
Is Umay a Muslim name?
Umay is used by Muslim families in Turkey and Central Asia, but it is not an Islamic name; it comes from the name of a pre-Islamic Turkic goddess. Parents who want a similar sound with an Islamic meaning often choose Umaima or Umama.
How do you pronounce Umay?
Umay is pronounced oo-MAI.