Cumali
Cumali is a Muslim boy name of Turkish, from Arabic origin, meaning “Friday's child, Friday joined with Ali”.
| Meaning | Friday's child, Friday joined with Ali |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish, from Arabic |
| Pronunciation | joo-mah-LEE |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Cumali
Cumali is a Turkish compound that most people read as Cuma, meaning Friday, combined with the name Ali. Joining an ordinary word to Ali is a familiar habit in Turkish naming. Families once gave it to boys born on a Friday, the Muslim day of congregational prayer. Today it is heard chiefly in the east and south of Turkey, and city dwellers tend to think of it as a rather old-fashioned name.
Is Cumali a Muslim name?
Cumali is a Turkish Muslim name that brings together the Arabic word for Friday and the name Ali, so both halves carry clear Islamic associations.
How popular is Cumali?
It is found mostly in eastern Turkey and in rural parts of the country.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Cumali mean?
Cumali means 'Friday's child, Friday joined with Ali'. It is of Turkish, from Arabic origin.
Is Cumali a Muslim name?
Cumali is a Turkish Muslim name that brings together the Arabic word for Friday and the name Ali, so both halves carry clear Islamic associations.
How do you pronounce Cumali?
Cumali is pronounced joo-mah-LEE.
Is Cumali a boy or girl name?
Cumali is usually a boy name.