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Uma

A traditional South Asian name associated with the Hindu goddess Uma; interpretations vary by source and language.

Origin / languageSanskrit / South Asian usage
Common usageFeminine
CountryIN
RegionAsia
PronunciationNot yet added
VariantsNot yet added

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