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Origin: Ghanaian

Meaning: Born on Saturday; Mother

Mama, along with being an English word for “mother,” is a feminine name that can be a variant of the Ghanaian name Ama. Coming from the Akan tradition of naming babies after the day they were born, it translates to “born on Saturday.” Saturday already evokes feelings of relaxation and fun adventures during the usual day off. With the name Mama, your little one will always be reminded of the joy they brought on their arrival day.