Kaoutar
Kaoutar is a Muslim girl name of Arabic, Maghrebi spelling origin, meaning “Abundance; a river in Paradise”.
| Meaning | Abundance; a river in Paradise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Maghrebi spelling |
| Written as | كوثر |
| Pronunciation | kow-TAR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, France |
Meaning and origin of Kaoutar
French spelling conventions shaped Kaoutar, the Moroccan and Algerian form of Kawthar. Its 'ou' stands for the Arabic w, and the t replaces th, which Maghrebi Arabic pronounces as t. The root k-th-r means to be abundant. Al-Kawthar names the river or pool of Paradise given to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and it is also the title of the Quran's shortest surah.
Is Kaoutar a Muslim name?
It is taken straight from the Quran, being the name of Sura 108: 'Indeed, We have granted you al-Kawthar' (Quran 108:1).
How popular is Kaoutar?
It is very popular in Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia, and with North African families in France and Belgium.
Gifts with the name Kaoutar
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kaoutar mean?
Kaoutar means 'Abundance; a river in Paradise'. It is of Arabic, Maghrebi spelling origin.
Is Kaoutar a Muslim name?
It is taken straight from the Quran, being the name of Sura 108: 'Indeed, We have granted you al-Kawthar' (Quran 108:1).
How do you pronounce Kaoutar?
Kaoutar is pronounced kow-TAR.
Is Kaoutar a boy or girl name?
Kaoutar is usually a girl name.