Uzma
Uzma is a Muslim girl name of Arabic, Urdu usage origin, meaning “Greatest, supreme”.
| Meaning | Greatest, supreme |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Urdu usage |
| Written as | عظمیٰ |
| Pronunciation | OOZ-mah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Uzma
Uzma derives from the Arabic ʿuẓmā, the feminine of aʿẓam, meaning greatest, from the root ʿ-ẓ-m, to be great. The z in the name reflects how Urdu speakers pronounce the Arabic letter ẓāʾ. Pakistani and Indian parents have given it to daughters for generations. Arabs, on the other hand, rarely use it as a name and know the word mainly as a descriptive term.
Is Uzma a Muslim name?
Uzma means greatest and is one of the most familiar Muslim girls' names in Pakistan.
How popular is Uzma?
It is very common in Pakistan and India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Uzma mean?
Uzma means 'Greatest, supreme'. It is of Arabic, Urdu usage origin.
Is Uzma a Muslim name?
Uzma means greatest and is one of the most familiar Muslim girls' names in Pakistan.
How do you pronounce Uzma?
Uzma is pronounced OOZ-mah.
Is Uzma a boy or girl name?
Uzma is usually a girl name.