Kaltume
Kaltume is a Muslim girl name meaning “Plump-cheeked; from Umm Kulthum”.
| Meaning | Plump-cheeked; from Umm Kulthum |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Kanuri / Hausa form of Arabic Kulthūm |
| Arabic spelling | كلثوم |
| Pronunciation | kal-TOO-meh |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kaltume
Kaltume is the Kanuri and Hausa form of Kulthūm, as in Umm Kulthūm, a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ who married ʿUthmān ibn ʿAffān after her sister Ruqayya's death. The Arabic word is usually explained as 'full-cheeked', a sign of a healthy child. The name is especially common in Borno and the north-east of Nigeria.
Is Kaltume a Muslim name?
Yes. Kaltume is a Muslim name, a local form of Kulthūm, honouring Umm Kulthūm, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Where is the name Kaltume used?
Common among Kanuri and Hausa Muslims in north-eastern Nigeria, Niger and Chad.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kaltume mean?
Kaltume means 'Plump-cheeked; from Umm Kulthum'. It comes from Kanuri / Hausa form of Arabic Kulthūm.
Is Kaltume a Muslim name?
Yes. Kaltume is a Muslim name, a local form of Kulthūm, honouring Umm Kulthūm, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Kaltume in Arabic?
Kaltume is written كلثوم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kaltume?
Kaltume is pronounced kal-TOO-meh.