What does Mama's boy mean?

Mother's favorite son (Spoiled boy) For example: "Don't be such a mama's boy! (Don't be so dependent on mother!)"

Where does the slang word Mama's boy come from?

Mama's boy is a slang term from Namibia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Namibia and across Africa.

Mama's boy

🇳🇦 Namibia Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Mama's boy definition 1

Mother's favorite son (Spoiled boy)

"Don't be such a mama's boy! (Don't be so dependent on mother!)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇳🇦 Namibia
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

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