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Kulthum

Girl name · Arabic

Meaningfull-cheeked · Arabic

Kulthum is an Arabic girl name meaning “full-cheeked”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Kulthum would score 16 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Kulthum

Kulthum is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning “full-cheeked”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Kulthum at school.

Origin:Arabic names

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Questions about the name Kulthum

What does the name Kulthum mean?

Kulthum means “full-cheeked” and comes from Arabic.

What is the origin of the name Kulthum?

Kulthum is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Eleanor (“possibly light”), Layla (“night”), Lyla (“night”) and Aaliyah (“exalted”).

Is Kulthum a boy or girl name?

Kulthum is a girl name.

What should I know before naming my baby Kulthum?

Kulthum is an Arabic girl name meaning “full-cheeked”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.