Uma
OO-muh
✦ Meaning
“Sanskrit name meaning 'light' or 'splendor,' derived from Hindu mythology where Uma is another name for the goddess Parvati, consort of Shiva. Deeply spiritual yet universally accessible.”
Popularity Over Time
Uma is not currently in the US top 1000.
Origin
Syllables
2
Style
Famous Bearers
- Uma Thurman (actress)
- Uma Pemmaraju (journalist)
Sibling Name Ideas
Cross-Cultural Notes
Sanskrit origin works beautifully across South Asian and Western cultures
People Also Ask
Sanskrit name meaning 'light' or 'splendor,' derived from Hindu mythology where Uma is another name for the goddess Parvati, consort of Shiva. Deeply spiritual yet universally accessible.
Uma is not currently in the US top 1000, making it a genuinely rare choice. It's trending up as more parents discover it.
Uma works beautifully as a full name and does not lend itself to an obvious short form. Most parents see that as a feature.
Names that pair beautifully with Uma include Aria.