Umme
Umme is a Muslim girl name meaning “Mother of”.
| Meaning | Mother of |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | أم |
| Pronunciation | OOM-meh |
| Arabic root | أ م م (ʾ-m-m) — mother |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Umme
Umme is the South Asian spelling of the Arabic Umm, 'mother of', followed by a second element, as in Umme Kulsum, Umme Salma or Umme Habiba. These names recall women of the Prophet's ﷺ household known by a kunya, such as Umm Salama and Umm Habiba, Mothers of the Believers. It is not normally used on its own.
Is Umme a Muslim name?
Yes. Umme is an Arabic Muslim name element meaning 'mother of', used in names like Umme Salma and Umme Habiba.
Where is the name Umme used?
Common in Bangladesh, Pakistan and India in compound girls' names.
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Spellings and variants of Umme
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Umme mean?
Umme means 'Mother of'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Umme a Muslim name?
Yes. Umme is an Arabic Muslim name element meaning 'mother of', used in names like Umme Salma and Umme Habiba.
How do you write Umme in Arabic?
Umme is written أم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Umme?
Umme is pronounced OOM-meh.