Maternal baby names
Names tagged with “Maternal” across DNA, style, or vibe in the Namesake database.
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12 names
◈= unisex (gender-neutral)
- Oumou
African
62From Bambara, meaning 'mother' or 'woman,' a respectful maternal term used across Sahelian cultures
- Janaki
Sanskrit
62From Sanskrit, name of the mother of Lord Rama in Hindu mythology, symbolizing devotion and maternal grace.
- Umaimah
Arabic
62From Arabic meaning 'little mother' or 'little one'. A name of affection and maternal tenderness in Islamic tradition.
- Fatmata
African
55From Fulani, meaning 'mother of twins' or 'blessed mother.' A traditional name honoring fertility and maternal strength in West African cultures.
- Umaima
Arabic
42From Arabic meaning 'mother of nations' or 'mother of peoples', a name of dignity and maternal strength in Islamic tradition.
- Nneka
African
42From Igbo meaning 'mother is supreme' or 'my mother is great', reflecting the importance of maternal lineage in Igbo culture
- Umamah
Arabic
42From Arabic meaning 'mother of nations' or 'motherhood,' derived from the root word for mother. Associated with fertility, nurturing, and maternal strength.
- Aami
Sanskrit
42From Sanskrit meaning 'mother' or 'beloved'. A short, affectionate name used in Indian cultures with deep maternal significance.
- Monika
Latin
40From Latin monere 'to advise, warn'. Associated with Saint Monica, mother of Saint Augustine, symbolizing maternal wisdom and spiritual devotion.
- Jocabed
Hebrew
40God is my father. Biblical name of Moses's mother, representing devotion and maternal strength in Jewish tradition.
- Amma
Sanskrit
40From Sanskrit meaning 'mother' or 'nurse'. Revered in South Asian cultures as a term of endearment and respect for maternal figures.
- Ezinne
African
40From Igbo meaning 'mother is good' or 'good mother', reflecting Igbo naming traditions honoring maternal lineage and virtues
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Popularity data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024
