What origin is the name Umma?

Umma comes from Indian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Umma?

Names from the same indian tradition pair naturally with Umma — for example Jay, Arjun, Aarav. You can browse more on our indian names page.

What is the rashi of the name Umma?

Umma starts with the syllable “U” (उ), which traditionally belongs to Krittika nakshatra, pada 3, in Vrishabh rashi (Taurus). This is based on the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable.

Umma

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Umma

Umma

Unisex

Indian

2 syllables

Umma is an Indian unisex name meaning "Mother, grandmother, or a term of endearment".

Umma is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Mother, grandmother, or a term of endearment". At just 4 letters, it is short and easy to say. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Mother, grandmother, or a term of endearment

Popularity

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Quick answers about Umma

What does Umma mean?

Umma is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Mother, grandmother, or a term of endearment".

How popular is Umma?

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Brother names that go with Umma

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

How to say Umma

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Name numerology

6is the Chaldean number for Umma.

Number 6 is linked with care, family and responsibility.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: U (उ)
Rashi: Vrishabh (Taurus)
Nakshatra: Krittika, pada 3
Name number: 6

By tradition, names starting with “U” suit babies born in Krittika nakshatra (pada 3), which falls in Vrishabh rashi. This is read from the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable. The name number uses Chaldean numerology.

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Names with a similar meaning to Umma

Umma means "Mother, grandmother, or a term of endearment" — these names share that spirit.

Elizabeth — "Elizabeth comes from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'my God is an oath'. It is the name of John the Baptist's mother." (Hebrew)
Hannah — "Hannah comes from the Hebrew Channah, meaning 'favour' or 'grace'. Hannah is the mother of the prophet Samuel." (Hebrew)