Ummukulthum
Ummukulthum is a Muslim girl name meaning “Mother of Kulthum; daughter of the Prophet”.
| Meaning | Mother of Kulthum; daughter of the Prophet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Nigerian spelling |
| Arabic spelling | أم كلثوم |
| Pronunciation | oom-moo-kool-THOOM |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ummukulthum
Ummukulthum is the Nigerian one-word spelling of Umm Kulthūm, the name of a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Khadīja. After her sister Ruqayya died, she married ʿUthmān ibn ʿAffān, who was then called Dhū al-Nūrayn, 'possessor of the two lights'. The name is often shortened to Ummi or Kulthum.
Is Ummukulthum a Muslim name?
Yes. Ummukulthum is a Muslim name honouring Umm Kulthūm, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Where is the name Ummukulthum used?
Common among Hausa and Yoruba Muslims in Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ummukulthum mean?
Ummukulthum means 'Mother of Kulthum; daughter of the Prophet'. It comes from Arabic, Nigerian spelling.
Is Ummukulthum a Muslim name?
Yes. Ummukulthum is a Muslim name honouring Umm Kulthūm, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Ummukulthum in Arabic?
Ummukulthum is written أم كلثوم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ummukulthum?
Ummukulthum is pronounced oom-moo-kool-THOOM.