What is a baby mama?

A baby mama (also baby mother, or hyphenated baby-mama) is a slang term for a mother who is not married to her child's father, although the term often carries other connotations as well. This term is associated with African Americans originally, coming from Jamaican Creole and finding its way into hip-hop music .

Who is Saint Mamas?

Saint Mamas (second century) is ranked by the Greeks among the great martyrs. Born in prison to parents who had been jailed because they were Christian, Mamas became an orphan when his parents were executed. After his parents’ death, Mamas was raised by a rich widow named Ammia, who died when he was 15 years old.

Where did the word “Momma” come from?

The word “momma,” spelled with an “o,” is an American English version or variant of “mamma” or “mama.” Its origin seems to be rooted in the southern states and first appeared somewhere around 1810. The words “mamma” and “mama” represent the duplication of the initial “ma” sound that is universal in reference to the formal name of “mother.”

Is Momma a proper noun?

For example, a particular city or state, such as Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a proper noun. A person’s name is also considered a proper noun. Therefore, in writing, if you are using the term “mama” or “momma” to refer to a specific mother, then it should be capitalized.