Lulwa
Lulwa is a Muslim girl name meaning “A single pearl”.
| Meaning | A single pearl |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | لولوة |
| Pronunciation | LOOL-wah |
| Arabic root | ل ء ل ء (l-ʾ-l-ʾ) — pearl, to glisten |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Lulwa
Lulwa is the colloquial form of the Arabic luʾluʾa, 'a pearl', the singular of luʾluʾ. The spelling reflects how the word is pronounced in the Gulf, where pearl diving was for centuries the heart of the economy. That history has made Lulwa a cherished girls' name in Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar and the UAE.
Is Lulwa a Muslim name?
Yes. Lulwa is an Arabic Muslim name meaning a pearl. Pearls are mentioned in the Quran among the blessings of the sea and of Paradise.
Is Lulwa in the Quran?
Its root word luʾluʾ (pearls) is used in the Quran, as in 'From both of them emerge pearl and coral' (Quran 55:22).
Where is the name Lulwa used?
Especially popular in Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
Gifts with the name Lulwa
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Lulwa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lulwa mean?
Lulwa means 'A single pearl'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Lulwa a Muslim name?
Yes. Lulwa is an Arabic Muslim name meaning a pearl. Pearls are mentioned in the Quran among the blessings of the sea and of Paradise.
How do you write Lulwa in Arabic?
Lulwa is written لولوة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Lulwa?
Lulwa is pronounced LOOL-wah.
Is Lulwa mentioned in the Quran?
Its root word luʾluʾ (pearls) is used in the Quran, as in 'From both of them emerge pearl and coral' (Quran 55:22).