Umm Kulthum
Umm Kulthum is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Mother of Kulthum, the full-cheeked one”.
| Meaning | Mother of Kulthum, the full-cheeked one |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | أم كلثوم |
| Pronunciation | oom kul-THOOM |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Pakistan, India, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Umm Kulthum
Umm Kulthum follows the pattern of a kunya and means 'mother of Kulthum', where kulthum refers to a full, round-cheeked face. It belonged to one of the daughters born to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Khadija. After her sister Ruqayya died, she became the wife of ʿUthman ibn ʿAffan. In the twentieth century, the legendary Egyptian singer Umm Kulthum brought the name new fame.
Is Umm Kulthum a Muslim name?
Because one of the Prophet's ﷺ own daughters bore it, Umm Kulthum holds a treasured place among Muslim names.
How popular is Umm Kulthum?
It is given in Egypt and the Arab world and very often in South Asia as Umme Kulsoom or Kulsoom.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Umm Kulthum mean?
Umm Kulthum means 'Mother of Kulthum, the full-cheeked one'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Umm Kulthum a Muslim name?
Because one of the Prophet's ﷺ own daughters bore it, Umm Kulthum holds a treasured place among Muslim names.
How do you pronounce Umm Kulthum?
Umm Kulthum is pronounced oom kul-THOOM.
Is Umm Kulthum a boy or girl name?
Umm Kulthum is usually a girl name.