Usamah
Usamah is a Muslim boy name meaning “Lion”.
| Meaning | Lion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | أسامة |
| Pronunciation | oo-SAH-mah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Usamah
Usamah (Usāma) is a classical Arabic word for the lion. Its most honoured bearer is Usāma ibn Zayd, whom the Prophet ﷺ loved dearly and appointed, while still a young man, to command an army. The -ah ending shows the Arabic tāʾ marbūṭa; despite it, the name is masculine.
Is Usamah a Muslim name?
Yes. Usamah is a Muslim name meaning 'lion', after the Companion Usāma ibn Zayd.
Where is the name Usamah used?
Used throughout the Muslim world; Oussama in North Africa and Osama in Egypt and South Asia.
Gifts with the name Usamah
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Usamah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Usamah mean?
Usamah means 'Lion'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Usamah a Muslim name?
Yes. Usamah is a Muslim name meaning 'lion', after the Companion Usāma ibn Zayd.
How do you write Usamah in Arabic?
Usamah is written أسامة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Usamah?
Usamah is pronounced oo-SAH-mah.