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Kowsar
Pronounced KOW-sar /ˈkaʊ.sɑːr/Medium
Meaning: Kowsar is the Persian form of Arabic Kawthar, meaning 'abundance; plenty'. In Islamic tradition al-Kawthar is a river or fountain of Paradise granted to the Prophet Muhammad, and Surah al-Kawthar is the 108th chapter of the Quran. The name is given with reverence in Muslim families, especially in Iran.Medium
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History & Origin
Kowsar is the Persian spelling of the Arabic Kawthar, 'abundance; plenty'. In the Quran, Surah al-Kawthar — the 108th and shortest chapter — opens with the promise of al-Kawthar, understood in Islamic tradition as a river or fountain of Paradise granted to the Prophet Muhammad. The name is given to girls across the Muslim world and is especially common in Iran; it is treated with reverence, which we note respectfully (said 'KOW-sar').
It is very rare for girls in the U.S., carried mainly by families of Iranian and Arab heritage. Very rare here, revered, and resonant.
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What does the name Kowsar mean?
Kowsar is the Persian form of Arabic Kawthar, 'abundance; plenty'. In Islamic tradition al-Kawthar is a river of Paradise, and it names the Quran's 108th chapter.
How do you pronounce Kowsar?
It's said KOW-sar /ˈkaʊ.sɑːr/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Kowsar a boy or girl name?
Kowsar is a girl's name.
How popular is Kowsar?
Kowsar is very rare for girls in the U.S. and much better known in Iran and the Arab world.