Luqman
Luqman is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Name of Luqman the Wise”.
| Meaning | Name of Luqman the Wise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | لقمان |
| Pronunciation | look-MAHN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria, Indonesia, Turkey, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Luqman
Surah Luqman, the Quran's 31st chapter, is named after the sage Luqman. His advice to his son, to avoid associating partners with God, be grateful to his parents, keep up the prayer and speak gently, is among the Quran's most loved passages. Scholars have debated whether he was a prophet, and the majority view him as a righteous sage. The word's origin is unclear.
Is Luqman a Muslim name?
Muslims everywhere use Luqman, the name of the sage of whom the Quran says 'And We had certainly given Luqman wisdom, [saying]: Be grateful to Allah' (Quran 31:12).
How popular is Luqman?
It is used all over the world, written Lukman in Indonesia and Nigeria and Lokman in Turkey.
Gifts with the name Luqman
- Luqman name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Luqman baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Luqman
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Luqman mean?
Luqman means 'Name of Luqman the Wise'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Luqman a Muslim name?
Muslims everywhere use Luqman, the name of the sage of whom the Quran says 'And We had certainly given Luqman wisdom, [saying]: Be grateful to Allah' (Quran 31:12).
How do you pronounce Luqman?
Luqman is pronounced look-MAHN.
Is Luqman a boy or girl name?
Luqman is usually a boy name.