Gülsüm
Gülsüm is a Muslim girl name meaning “Plump-cheeked, round-faced”.
| Meaning | Plump-cheeked, round-faced |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Kulthūm |
| Arabic spelling | كلثوم |
| Pronunciation | gewl-SOOM |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Gülsüm
Gülsüm is the Turkish form of Kulthūm, best known from Umm Kulthūm, a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ who married ʿUthmān ibn ʿAffān. The Arabic word describes a full, rosy face. Turkish reshaped the name to sound like gül (rose), which helped make it popular across Anatolia.
Is Gülsüm a Muslim name?
Yes. Gülsüm is a Muslim name, the Turkish form of Kulthum, recalling Umm Kulthum, daughter of the Prophet ﷺ.
Where is the name Gülsüm used?
Traditional in Turkey; Kulsum and Kulsoom are used in South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gülsüm mean?
Gülsüm means 'Plump-cheeked, round-faced'. It comes from Turkish form of Arabic Kulthūm.
Is Gülsüm a Muslim name?
Yes. Gülsüm is a Muslim name, the Turkish form of Kulthum, recalling Umm Kulthum, daughter of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Gülsüm in Arabic?
Gülsüm is written كلثوم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Gülsüm?
Gülsüm is pronounced gewl-SOOM.