Neema
/NEE-a/ Swahili Female
Meaning & Origin
Neema is a Swahili name meaning "Born in a prospe...". It originates from United Arab Emirates, BE, Bahrain, BI, Canada. While the exact origin is debated, Neema is most commonly associated with Swahili, where it directly translates to 'grace' or 'favor'. Its roots are likely within Bantu languages.
Quick Facts
Language Swahili
Gender Female
Phonetic NEE-a
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as NEE-a. Keep the original Swahili phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Neema
- · Neema Iyer - Data Scientist
- · Neema Namadamu - Congolese Activist
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