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Uma
Uma is a girl’s name of Sanskrit origin. It translates to “splendor,” “tranquility,” and “fame.” Uma is also one of the many names that are used to reference the Hindu goddess Parvati. Parvati is the goddess of power, nourishment, devotion, and motherhood. In pop culture, perhaps the most recognizable Uma is Uma Thurman, an American model and actress who has appeared in films like Dangerous Liaisons, Kill Bill, and Pulp Fiction. This fashionably short name can be chosen to pay tribute to the Hindu goddess or accomplished actress, or simply because it stands out with a delightfully zesty punch.
Sanskrit
Female
Meaning
Tranquility, fame, splendor
Popularity
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Pronunciation
OO-mah
Name Story
Traits
- Tranquil
- Graceful
- Radiant
- Charming
Compatibility
Uma pairs well with traditional or elegant sibling names. As a middle name, it complements longer first names beautifully. Culturally, Uma is a versatile choice that can fit both modern and classic naming styles.
Tranquil
Graceful
Radiant
Charming
Spotlight
Famous Personalities
Notable people who share the name.
Uma Thurman
Actress
Born: April 29, 1970 · Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Similar Names
Tori
Bird
Umi
Mother, sea
Luna
Moon
Tumelo
Faith, trust, peace
Raina
Rain, Queen
Winnie
Gentle friend, friend of peace
Regional Variations & Spellings
Alternative Spellings
- Uma Original form
- Devanagari
- Bengali
- Tamil
- Telugu
- Malayalam
- Chinese
- Japanese
- Katakana
Cultural Adaptations
- उमा (Uma) Devanagari
- উমা (Uma) Bengali
- உமா (Uma) Tamil
- ఉమా (Uma) Telugu
- ഉമ (Uma) Malayalam
- 乌玛 (Wūmǎ) Chinese
- ウマ (Uma) Japanese
- ウマ (Uma) Katakana
Frequently Asked Questions about Uma
- What does Uma mean?
- Tranquility, fame, splendor
- What is the origin of Uma?
- Uma has Sanskrit origins.
- Is Uma popular?
- Uma has been viewed 170 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
- What are similar names to Uma?
- Similar names include Tori, Umi, Luna, Tumelo, Raina.
- How do you pronounce Uma?
- Uma is pronounced OO-mah.
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