Uthman
Uthman is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Young bustard; the third caliph's name”.
| Meaning | Young bustard; the third caliph's name |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عثمان |
| Pronunciation | ooth-MAAN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Uthman
Uthman, or ʿUthmān, is the classical Arabic form of this great name. Early lexicographers explained it as a young bustard, though some said it was a kind of snake. Its most celebrated bearer is ʿUthmān ibn ʿAffān, known as Dhū al-Nūrayn, 'possessor of the two lights', because he married two of the Prophet's ﷺ daughters. The founder of the Ottoman dynasty, Osman, carried it too, and the dynasty is named after him.
Is Uthman a Muslim name?
As the name of ʿUthmān ibn ʿAffān, Islam's third caliph, Uthman ranks among the great names of the faith.
How popular is Uthman?
It is used everywhere, as Othman in Arab countries, Osman in Turkey and Usman in South Asia and Nigeria.
Gifts with the name Uthman
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Spellings and variants of Uthman
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Uthman mean?
Uthman means 'Young bustard; the third caliph's name'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Uthman a Muslim name?
As the name of ʿUthmān ibn ʿAffān, Islam's third caliph, Uthman ranks among the great names of the faith.
How do you pronounce Uthman?
Uthman is pronounced ooth-MAAN.
Is Uthman a boy or girl name?
Uthman is usually a boy name.