Kawthar
Kawthar is a Muslim girl name meaning “Abundance; a river in Paradise”.
| Meaning | Abundance; a river in Paradise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | كوثر |
| Pronunciation | KOW-thar |
| Arabic root | ك ث ر (k-th-r) — to be abundant |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kawthar
Kawthar is an intensive form from the root meaning abundance, so it means 'abundant good'. Al-Kawthar is the river or pool in Paradise granted to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and Sura 108, the shortest in the Quran, carries this name. It is one of the most loved Quranic girls' names.
Is Kawthar a Muslim name?
Yes. Kawthar is a Muslim name taken directly from the Quran.
Is Kawthar in the Quran?
It appears in 'Indeed, We have granted you al-Kawthar' (Quran 108:1).
Where is the name Kawthar used?
Used across the Muslim world, as Kevser in Turkey and Kausar in South Asia.
Gifts with the name Kawthar
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Spellings and variants of Kawthar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kawthar mean?
Kawthar means 'Abundance; a river in Paradise'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Kawthar a Muslim name?
Yes. Kawthar is a Muslim name taken directly from the Quran.
How do you write Kawthar in Arabic?
Kawthar is written كوثر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kawthar?
Kawthar is pronounced KOW-thar.
Is Kawthar mentioned in the Quran?
It appears in 'Indeed, We have granted you al-Kawthar' (Quran 108:1).