Ama
Ama is a girls' name of Native American origin meaning “water, born on Saturday.” Ama means water in Cherokee, one of the most fundamental words in the Cherokee language, reflecting the central…
how do you pronounce Ama?
AH-mah
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what does Ama mean?
The name Ama means “water, born on Saturday.” It comes from the Native American language tradition.
Ama means water in Cherokee, one of the most fundamental words in the Cherokee language, reflecting the central importance of water in indigenous life and spirituality. Water is sacred in Cherokee cosmology — rivers and springs are considered living entities with their own spirits and healing powers.
who are famous people named Ama?
- Ama Ata Aidoo (Ghanaian author, though this is the Akan 'born on Saturday' meaning)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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