لوط

Lut

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Lut is a Muslim boy name of Hebrew, Arabic form origin, meaning “Name of the Prophet Lot”.

MeaningName of the Prophet Lot
GenderBoy
OriginHebrew, Arabic form
Written asلوط
PronunciationLOOT
TraditionMuslim

Meaning and origin of Lut

Lut is how Arabic renders Lot, Ibrahim's nephew and a prophet sent to the people of Sodom. In the Quran he is praised for the judgement and knowledge he was given, and the Quran tells how he and his family were rescued. Most trace the name back to Hebrew, explaining it as covering. Though it is a prophet's name, few parents choose it today.

Is Lut a Muslim name?

Lut belongs to a prophet the Quran mentions many times, as in 'And Ishmael and Elisha and Jonah and Lot – and all [of them] We preferred over the worlds' (Quran 6:86).

How popular is Lut?

It is rare as a personal name, although every Muslim knows it from the Quranic stories.

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Spellings and variants of Lut

LoutLoot

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Lut mean?

Lut means 'Name of the Prophet Lot'. It is of Hebrew, Arabic form origin.

Is Lut a Muslim name?

Lut belongs to a prophet the Quran mentions many times, as in 'And Ishmael and Elisha and Jonah and Lot – and all [of them] We preferred over the worlds' (Quran 6:86).

How do you pronounce Lut?

Lut is pronounced LOOT.

Is Lut a boy or girl name?

Lut is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.