Juma is a boy's name of Swahili origin meaning “Born on Friday; African day name tradition.” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Ju, Jay. As of 2026, Juma ranks #916 among boys' names in the United States and has been gradually declining. Its highest US ranking was #644 in 1974.
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JOO-mah
Phonetic spelling
Currently #916 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Juma means “Born on Friday; African day name tradition.” It is a boy's name of Swahili origin.
Juma is pronounced JOO-mah.
Juma is most commonly used as a boy's name.
Juma currently ranks #916 among boys' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Juma include Ju, Jay.
Middle names that pair well with Juma include Juma Amani, Juma Khalid, Juma Zuri.
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