Al Yamamah University derives its name from the ancient legends of Arabia centuries before the birth of Islam, when Arabia was divided among several tribes that built their homes in oases, on mountains and along trade roads, Al Yamamah was an oasis in central Arabia (in what is now known as Najd region) named after Al Yamamah, the blue-eyed daughter of Sahem Ben Tassem, leader of the Tassem Tribe.

Legend has it that when Tuba -the King of Yemen invaded the region, he was warned to use caution because Al Yamamah had a special vision that allowed her to see through the distance, far beyond the range of ordinary men and women. The soldiers approached with great wariness covering themselves with tree branches yet they could not escape detection by the keen-sighted girl whose vision was equally accurate by day or night. Al Yamamah quickly warned the tribal leaders that the Yemeni army was nearby.

In Arabic heritage, Al Yamamah is a symbol of insight, vision and dedication to the protection one’s ancestral home. Al Yamamah University is proud to bear the name of this legendary figure.