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Kulsoom

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Pronounced kul-SOOM /kʊlˈsuːm/Medium

Meaning: An Arabic feminine name, borne famously as part of Umm Kulthum, traditionally explained as 'having full, rounded cheeks; plump and healthy in the face.' Spellings vary in romanization (Kulsoom, Kulsum, Kulthum). We describe the traditional gloss respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A warm Arabic name: Kulsoom is traditionally read as 'having full, rounded cheeks; rosy and healthy' (said 'kul-SOOM').
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Origin MediumArabic
MeaningAn Arabic feminine name, borne famously as part of Umm Kulthum, traditionally explained as 'having full, rounded cheeks; plump and healthy in the face.' Spellings vary in romanization (Kulsoom, Kulsum, Kulthum). We describe the traditional gloss respectfully.
U.S. rank (2024)#12809 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1997
Total births (all-time)≈ 60

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202419952024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Kulsoom is an Arabic feminine name, familiar from the honorific Umm Kulthum, and is traditionally glossed as 'having full, rounded cheeks; rosy and healthy.' Carried across many communities, it appears in romanized spellings such as Kulsum and Kulthum. We describe the traditional meaning respectfully (said 'kul-SOOM').

It is cherished across Arabic-speaking and wider Muslim communities, and appears only rarely in U.S. records. Warm, classic, and rooted.

Did you know? Kulsoom is an Arabic name long linked to Umm Kulthum and traditionally explained as 'having full, rounded cheeks' — a gentle image of health and beauty (said 'kul-SOOM').
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References — Kulsoom — Arabic; Umm Kulthum; 'full, rounded cheeks; healthy'

Variations

KulsumKulthumKalsoom

Nicknames

KuliSoomi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kulsoom mean?

Kulsoom is an Arabic name traditionally read as 'having full, rounded cheeks; rosy and healthy,' familiar from Umm Kulthum.

How do you pronounce Kulsoom?

It's said kul-SOOM /kʊlˈsuːm/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Kulsoom a boy or girl name?

Kulsoom is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Kulsoom?

Kulsoom is cherished in Arabic-speaking communities and rare in U.S. records.

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