Ousman
Ousman is a Muslim boy name meaning “Baby bustard; name of the third Caliph”.
| Meaning | Baby bustard; name of the third Caliph |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, West African form of Uthman |
| Arabic spelling | عثمان |
| Pronunciation | OO-smahn |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ousman
Ousman is the French-influenced West African spelling of ʿUthmān, the name of the third Rightly Guided Caliph, ʿUthmān ibn ʿAffān, who was married to two daughters of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and oversaw the compilation of the Quran into a single standard copy. The Arabic word is usually explained as a young bustard bird. Related local forms include Ousmane, Usman and Osmane.
Is Ousman a Muslim name?
Yes. Ousman is a Muslim name, a regional spelling of ʿUthmān, honouring the Companion and third Caliph ʿUthmān ibn ʿAffān.
Where is the name Ousman used?
Common in the Gambia, Senegal, Guinea and Mali, alongside the more frequent spelling Ousmane.
Gifts with the name Ousman
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ousman mean?
Ousman means 'Baby bustard; name of the third Caliph'. It comes from Arabic, West African form of Uthman.
Is Ousman a Muslim name?
Yes. Ousman is a Muslim name, a regional spelling of ʿUthmān, honouring the Companion and third Caliph ʿUthmān ibn ʿAffān.
How do you write Ousman in Arabic?
Ousman is written عثمان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ousman?
Ousman is pronounced OO-smahn.