Umaymah
Umaymah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Little mother”.
| Meaning | Little mother |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | أميمة |
| Pronunciation | oo-MAY-mah |
| Arabic root | أ م م (ʾ-m-m) — mother |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Umaymah
Umaymah is the classical transliteration of Umayma, a diminutive of umm, mother. It was borne by Umayma bint ʿAbd al-Muṭṭalib, aunt of the Prophet ﷺ and mother of Zaynab bint Jaḥsh, one of the Mothers of the Believers. It is also attested among early Muslim women of Makkah.
Is Umaymah a Muslim name?
Yes. Umaymah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning little mother, borne by an aunt of the Prophet ﷺ.
Where is the name Umaymah used?
Used across the Arab world, most often spelled Oumaima in Morocco.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Umaymah mean?
Umaymah means 'Little mother'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Umaymah a Muslim name?
Yes. Umaymah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning little mother, borne by an aunt of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Umaymah in Arabic?
Umaymah is written أميمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Umaymah?
Umaymah is pronounced oo-MAY-mah.