Kuruthum
Kuruthum is a Muslim girl name meaning “One with full, rosy cheeks”.
| Meaning | One with full, rosy cheeks |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Swahili form of Arabic Kulthum |
| Arabic spelling | كلثوم |
| Pronunciation | koo-roo-THOOM |
| Arabic root | ك ل ث م (k-l-th-m) — full-cheeked, plump-faced |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kuruthum
Kuruthum is the Swahili form of Kulthūm, best known from Umm Kulthūm, a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Swahili commonly turns Arabic l into r and breaks consonant clusters with vowels, so Kulthum becomes Kuruthum (also Kuruthumu). The Arabic word describes a round, full-cheeked face, considered a sign of beauty and health.
Is Kuruthum a Muslim name?
Yes. Kuruthum is the East African form of Kulthum, honouring Umm Kulthum, a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Where is the name Kuruthum used?
Found among Muslim families in Tanzania, Zanzibar and coastal Kenya.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kuruthum mean?
Kuruthum means 'One with full, rosy cheeks'. It comes from Swahili form of Arabic Kulthum.
Is Kuruthum a Muslim name?
Yes. Kuruthum is the East African form of Kulthum, honouring Umm Kulthum, a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Kuruthum in Arabic?
Kuruthum is written كلثوم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kuruthum?
Kuruthum is pronounced koo-roo-THOOM.