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Juma

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Meaning

Friday

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic جمعة
Urdu جمعہ
Persian جمعه
Turkish Cuma
Bengali জুমা
Indonesian Jumat
Pashto جمعه

Alternate Spellings

If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Juma is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Friday', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Arabic regions, Juma has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Juma comes from the Arabic root j-m-', meaning "to gather." It is translated as "Friday," the day of congregational prayer, and the title of Surah 62 (Al-Jumu'ah).

Reference Profile

Etymology

From the Arabic جمعة (jumu'ah), 'Friday' - the day of the congregational Friday prayer, described in Surah 62 (Al-Jumu'ah).

Islamic Significance

Jum'ah is Friday, the day of the congregational prayer that replaces the noon prayer and gives Surah 62 its name.

Cultural / Regional Usage

Widely used across the Muslim world, especially for children born on a Friday.