Jummai
j(um)-mai
Origin:Nigerian
Other Origin(s):Arabic
Meaning:Born on Friday
Baby joining your family will be a life-changing event, so why not give them a name that celebrates the day? Jummai is a feminine title found in the Nigerian language of Hausa. Coming from the Arabic word al-jumʿa, it translates to “Friday,” and is traditionally given to babies born on this day. Baby’s start to life can be a whole new reason to say “TGIF.” Naming baby Jummai can encourage them to look forward to the weekend as much as you do!
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Sources
WordSense Dictionary, Jummai
Behind the Name, Name Element JUMʿA, October 2024
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