Name Spellings, Initials and Sounds
By Sophie Kihm · Updated October 2026
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Ulema is an uncommon feminine name with Arabic roots. In its original context, 'ulema' refers to scholars, particularly Islamic religious scholars, being the plural form of 'alim' (learned one).…
Ulesi is a masculine name with African origins, primarily found in certain East African cultures. Though relatively uncommon in global usage, the name carries distinctive cultural significance in its…
Latin, Italian
"last"
An uncommon Latin and Italian name which would make a fitting choice for a final baby – but be aware that many would associate it with the cosmetics brand or the Ultimo brand of lingerie.
Variation of Umama, Arabic
"little mother"
An attractive possibility among girl names starting with U , borne by the aunt of the Prophet Muhammad.
Color name
A rich brown hue, but can be misheard as Amber, said with a pretentious accent.
Italian variation of Humbert
"renowned warrior"
A definite improvement over the English Humbert, Umberto has nevertheless been rarely heard outside the Italian community. The writer-semiotician Umberto Eco is a noteworthy namesake.
Italian place name, from the Umbri, one of the chief tribes settling the Italian nation
Umbria is a lovely, virtually unused Italian name for girls , reflecting the beautiful rolling hills of the area's countryside. And since it's right next door to Tuscany, in which Siena resides,…
Latin
"one in the shadow"
Pretty French sound, but there might be a lot of "umbrella" cracks.
Japanese
"plum-blossom child, patient"
Unfamiliar Asian choice that can work for a parent in search of something really different.
Japanese or Quechua
"sea or emerald"
As a Japanese name, Umina derives from umi , meaning "sea", combined with a range of other kanji characters. As a Quechua name, it is properly spelt Umiña, and means "emerald".
