Umm-Kulthum
Umm-Kulthum is a Muslim girl name meaning “Mother of Kulthum (the full-cheeked one)”.
| Meaning | Mother of Kulthum (the full-cheeked one) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | أم كلثوم |
| Pronunciation | oom kul-THOOM |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Umm-Kulthum
Umm Kulthum is a kunya-style name meaning 'mother of Kulthum', where kulthum describes a plump, round-cheeked face. It was the name of a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Khadija, who married ʿUthman ibn ʿAffan after the death of her sister Ruqayya. In modern times it is also associated with the celebrated Egyptian singer Umm Kulthum.
Is Umm-Kulthum a Muslim name?
Yes. Umm Kulthum is a classic Muslim name, honoured as the name of one of the Prophet's ﷺ daughters.
Where is the name Umm-Kulthum used?
Given in Egypt and the Arab world, and very commonly in South Asia as Umme Kulsoom or Kulsoom.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Umm-Kulthum mean?
Umm-Kulthum means 'Mother of Kulthum (the full-cheeked one)'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Umm-Kulthum a Muslim name?
Yes. Umm Kulthum is a classic Muslim name, honoured as the name of one of the Prophet's ﷺ daughters.
How do you write Umm-Kulthum in Arabic?
Umm-Kulthum is written أم كلثوم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Umm-Kulthum?
Umm-Kulthum is pronounced oom kul-THOOM.