This list includes 7 Egyptian girl names that start with U, ranging from “Ubaida” to “Uzma”. They are short, lyrical names reflecting Arabic, Coptic, and modern Egyptian use, useful for baby naming and character creation.
Egyptian girl names that start with U are female names used in Egypt. Many carry meanings tied to virtues, family roles, or religious history, as with “Ubaida”.
Below you’ll find the table with Name, Arabic script, Pronunciation, Meaning, Origin, Variant spellings, and Notes.
Name: The Latin-script form you see and use when searching, registering, or referring to the name.
Arabic script: The original or modern Arabic spelling so you can see the name’s authentic written form.
Pronunciation: A simple phonetic guide lets you say the name correctly and compare regional pronunciations.
Meaning: The concise definition explains the name’s sense or symbolism to help with choice or research.
Origin: Notes the linguistic or cultural source, so you understand the name’s background and historical ties.
Variant spellings: Common alternative transliterations and spellings help you find all versions across records and languages.
Notes/popularity: Short remarks on usage, popularity, or cultural notes give you extra context and naming trends.
Egyptian girl names that start with U
| Name (Latin) | Arabic script | Pronunciation | Meaning | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Umm Kulthum | أم كلثوم | oom-kul-THOOM | mother of Kulthum | Arabic origin; classic Egyptian compound name/kunya; iconic 20th-century singer Umm Kulthum made it famous. Variants: Umm Kalthum, Om Kalthoum. Widely recognised in Egypt. |
| Umm Salama | أم سلمة | oom-sal-MAH | mother of Salama | Arabic origin; historical kunya (name of a Prophet’s wife). Used as a compound given name historically and occasionally today; variant Umm Selma. Religious and traditional resonance. |
| Umm Ayman | أم أيمن | oom-EYE-man | mother of Ayman | Arabic origin; kunya of Barakah bint Tha’labah, an early Muslim figure. Present in historical Egyptian usage as a compound name; carries honorable, traditional connotations. |
| Ulfa | ألفة | ool-FAH | affection, intimacy | Arabic origin; variant spellings Olfa/Ulfa. Means closeness or friendliness. More common in North Africa but used in Egypt too; feminine and modern-feeling. |
| Ubaida | عبيدة | oo-BAY-dah | little servant | Arabic origin; feminine diminutive of ‘Abd’ (servant). Variants Ubayda/Ubaidah. Historically attested and occasionally used in modern Egypt. |
| Uzma | عظمى | UZ-ma | greatest | Arabic/Persian/Urdu origin; popular in South Asia and used occasionally by Egyptian families. Variant spellings include Uzmā. Rare in Egypt but familiar to many Muslims. |
| Ursula | أورسولا | ur-SOO-lah | little bear | Latin/Christian origin; adopted by some Egyptian Coptic Christian families and those with European ties. Rare but historically attested; variant Ursulla in some records. |