Kawthar

“Abundance”

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7824US 2023

14Births / yr

↑Rising

180All-time births

📅 Since 199500

What does Kawthar mean and where does it come from?

Kawthar (الكَوْثَر) is an Arabic name meaning 'abundance' or 'plentiful.' It is also a reference to a chapter in the Qur'an (Surah Al-Kawthar), which speaks of a river in paradise. This name is widely used across Muslim communities globally, symbolizing blessings and plenty. It has connotations of g

Cultural significance

Kawthar has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of abundance.

Peak popularity

Reached #7702 in 2020 — currently #7824 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kawthar?

Kawthar works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Kawthar Grace

How popular is Kawthar right now?

Rising fast — up 2223 spots — currently #7824 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#7824 · Top 5.8%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7824	14	▲ up 2223 · +40% births
2022	#10047	10	▼ down 123
2021	#9924	10	▼ down 2222 · -29% births
2020	#7702	14	▲ up 3612 · +56% births
2015	#11314	9	▼ down 415 · -10% births
2010	#10899	10	▲ up 4582 · +100% births
1995	#15481	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kawthar

Best Year2020Rank #7702

Peak Count14

Average Rank#10456

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20237 years

The story of Kawthar

Kawthar is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1995. With 180 total births recorded, Kawthar remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #15481 in 1995 to #7824 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kawthar in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Kawthar by decade

Kawthar peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	10
2000s	58
2010s ★	98
2020s	14

💎Kawthar has only 180 total recorded births since 1995 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kawthar?

Common

KawKaAwthar

Famous people named Kawthar

Kawthar (historical Arab ruler)

Kawthar held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Kawthar (Sufi mystic)

Kawthar used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Kawthar (Islamic scholar)

Kawthar bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Kawthar (Quranic figure)

Kawthar appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

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What names sound and feel like Kawthar?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Kawthar also consider these

Kawtar

Arabic · كَوْثَر - abundance,

Kawther

Arabic · Abundance, plenty

Athar

Arabic · Arabic

Azhar

Arabic · Blooming, bright, or

Bachar

Arabic · A Arabic name

Balhar

Arabic · A Arabic name

Anhar

Arabic · Bright, radiant

Kamar

Arabic · moon

Common questions about the name Kawthar

What does the name Kawthar mean?

Kawthar means "Abundance" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Kawthar?

Kawthar is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Kawthar have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Kawthar?

Kawthar originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Kawthar trending right now?

Kawthar is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Kawthar a common or rare name?

Kawthar is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.