Juma

Q: What is the origin of Juma?

Juma is of Swahili origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Juma a boy name?

Juma is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Born on Friday"

Used in Swahili contexts as a day name for Friday births, ultimately linked to Arabic jumʿa for congregational Friday.

Themes:fridayswahilidaynamearabic

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Popularity History of Juma

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#9378Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Juma did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Juma Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Juma.

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jumy

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juma

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jie

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jumaie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Juma

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Juma mean?

Juma means "Born on Friday". Used in Swahili contexts as a day name for Friday births, ultimately linked to Arabic jumʿa for congregational Friday.

What is the origin of Juma?

Juma is of Swahili origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Juma?

According to the latest SSA data, Juma is currently ranked #9378 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Juma a boy name?

Juma is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Juma?

Popular nicknames for Juma include jumy, juma, jie, jy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Juma?

There are many names similar to Juma in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginSwahili, Arabic

Syllables2

Length4 letters

US Rank#9378

Trend→ Stable

Starts withJ

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Akili Asani Ajamu Bakari Damani

Sisters

Asani Akili Azani Bibi Bahati

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