Lukman
Lukman is a Muslim boy name of Arabic (Quranic), Malay / Turkish spelling origin, meaning “Name of the wise Luqman”.
| Meaning | Name of the wise Luqman |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Quranic), Malay / Turkish spelling |
| Written as | لقمان |
| Pronunciation | LOOK-mahn |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Malaysia, Indonesia, Turkey, Nigeria |
Meaning and origin of Lukman
Lukman is the form of Luqman used in Malay, Indonesian, Turkish and West African spelling. Luqman was the wise man for whom Surah 31 of the Quran is named. The surah preserves his advice to his son: worship God alone, honour your parents and stay humble. Scholars have discussed where he came from, and most saw him as a righteous sage rather than a prophet.
Is Lukman a Muslim name?
Lukman honours the wise Luqman, of whom the Quran says 'And We had certainly given Luqman wisdom' (Quran 31:12).
How popular is Lukman?
It is common in Malaysia, Indonesia, Turkey and Nigeria.
Gifts with the name Lukman
- Lukman name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Lukman
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lukman mean?
Lukman means 'Name of the wise Luqman'. It is of Arabic (Quranic), Malay / Turkish spelling origin.
Is Lukman a Muslim name?
Lukman honours the wise Luqman, of whom the Quran says 'And We had certainly given Luqman wisdom' (Quran 31:12).
How do you pronounce Lukman?
Lukman is pronounced LOOK-mahn.
Is Lukman a boy or girl name?
Lukman is usually a boy name.