Luul
Luul is a Muslim girl name meaning “Pearl”.
| Meaning | Pearl |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Somali form of Arabic luʾluʾ |
| Arabic spelling | لؤلؤ |
| Pronunciation | LOOL |
| Arabic root | ل ء ل ء (l-ʾ-l-ʾ) — pearl |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Luul
Luul is the Somali word for pearl, borrowed from the Arabic luʾluʾ. Somali spelling uses doubled vowels for long sounds, so the name is said with one long 'oo'. It is a classic Somali girls' name and is sometimes combined with others, for example Luul Ahmed. The Arabic forms Lulu and Lulwa carry the same meaning.
Is Luul a Muslim name?
Yes. Luul is a Somali Muslim name taken from the Arabic word for pearl, which appears in the Quran.
Is Luul in the Quran?
The Arabic word luʾluʾ (pearl) appears in 'From both of them emerge pearl and coral' (Quran 55:22).
Where is the name Luul used?
Common among Somali families in Somalia, Somaliland, Djibouti, Kenya and the diaspora.
Gifts with the name Luul
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Luul mean?
Luul means 'Pearl'. It comes from Somali form of Arabic luʾluʾ.
Is Luul a Muslim name?
Yes. Luul is a Somali Muslim name taken from the Arabic word for pearl, which appears in the Quran.
How do you write Luul in Arabic?
Luul is written لؤلؤ in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Luul?
Luul is pronounced LOOL.
Is Luul mentioned in the Quran?
The Arabic word luʾluʾ (pearl) appears in 'From both of them emerge pearl and coral' (Quran 55:22).