Holding steady.
Popularity of Jumaane since 1973
Babies named Jumaane per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 67 |
| 1980s | 45 |
| 1990s | 18 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jumaane is a rare Akan day name meaning "born on Tuesday," reflecting Ghanaian naming traditions that connect children to the day of their birth. In the United States, it first appeared in records in 1973, and while it peaked in 1974, it never entered the top 1000 rankings and remains an uncommon choice. The name is most often given to boys, though it can be unisex. Its stability in usage over the decades suggests it is a family or culturally significant name rather than a mainstream trend. Parents considering Jumaane are likely honoring Akan heritage or Caribbean roots.
Jumaane is an Akan name from Ghana, derived from the day-name system where children are named after the day of their birth. It specifically means "born on Tuesday" (the day associated with the god of war and courage, known as Kwame in the male form and Abena for females, though Jumaane is used for both sexes). The name was carried to the Caribbean, particularly Jamaica, through the transatlantic slave trade and remains common among people of Akan descent in the diaspora. Its earliest recorded use in the United States dates to 1973, reflecting Caribbean immigration patterns.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ju, Manny, Jay
Variants: Jumaan, Jumane, Djumaane
Sibling names for Jumaane
Names that share Jumaane's style, for a brother or sister.
