Holding steady.
Popularity of Cuma since 1894
Babies named Cuma per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1915, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Cuma's real moment was 1894.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 16 |
| 1900s | 12 |
| 1910s | 43 |
| 1920s | 39 |
| 1930s | 21 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cuma is an exceedingly rare name with a recorded first occurrence in the United States in 1894. It has never achieved a rank in the top 1000 names, indicating extremely low usage. The peak year for Cuma was also 1894, after which its usage became even more sporadic. The name shows no revival trend in recent decades, maintaining a stable but negligible presence. While its etymology is uncertain, a possible connection to the Arabic Kuma suggests a brief lunar meaning. Cuma's rarity makes it a unique choice for families seeking an uncommon name with a soft sound.
Cuma is a name of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of the Arabic name Kuma, which means 'moon'. The name has been recorded in the United States since the 1890s but remains exceedingly rare.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Kuma
Sibling names for Cuma
Names that share Cuma's style, for a brother or sister.
