Umme: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: Um-meh
Origin: Arabic
gender-female

Emmy Samtani

Emmy Samtani

Emmy is the founder of Kiindred and mother to 3 little ones. Over the last 4 years, she has worked with some of the most credible experts in the parenting space and is a keen contributor on all things parenthood.
Updated on Jul 01, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Arabic, Persian
Meaning: The name "Umme" generally means "mother of" or "possessor of" in Arabic and is often used as a prefix in names.

The name "Umme" is a feminine given name with roots in Arabic culture and language. It is often associated with the meaning "mother of" and is traditionally used in combination with another name, often reflecting familial or respected status. While not commonly found among Western celebrities, the name holds cultural significance in various Middle Eastern and South Asian communities. Names like Umme can sometimes be seen in literature and media originating from these regions, where they carry traditional and familial connotations.

Umme Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Umme is currently #25668 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Umme is currently #14604 on Kiindred Girl Names

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