Girl name
Lulu name meaning
“a pearl”
Lulu is a feminine name meaning a pearl in Arabic naming. It adapts the Arabic word luʾluʾ, meaning pearl. The same Latin spelling can also be used as a nickname with other origins, so the pearl meaning belongs specifically to the Arabic derivation of Lulu.
What does Lulu mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Lulu
In Arabic naming, Lulu adapts luʾluʾ, meaning pearl. The same Latin spelling can also serve as a nickname of other origins.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Lulu in Islam and the Quran
Lulu does not appear as a name in the Quran, but its source word (اللؤلؤ) does, for example in QS Ar-Rahman [55]: 22 and QS Al-Waqi’ah [56]: 23.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Lulu
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Lulu, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Lulu: a pearl
- Alvi: associated with Ali
- Najla: having large, wide eyes
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Meaning of each word
- Lulu: a pearl
- Chairun: goodness, something good
- Kamilah: whole, perfect
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Lulu Kamila
Meaning of each word
- Lulu: a pearl
- Kamila: whole, complete, perfect
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Meaning of each word
- Akbari: associated with Akbar
- Lulu: a pearl
- Kori: reciter of the Quran
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Lulu Asyiah
Meaning of each word
- Lulu: a pearl
- Asyiah: one who cares, one who consoles
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Meaning of each word
- Lulu: a pearl
- Nasihah: woman who gives counsel
- Sausan: iris or lily flower
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How to pronounce Lulu
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /lulu/ |
| Arabic script | لؤلؤ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦭꦸꦭꦸ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮜᮥᮜᮥ |
Is Lulu a girl’s name?
Yes, Lulu is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 5% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Lulu ranks #441 among girl names in our data sample (22 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Lulu
Names with related meanings
- Ratna♀Gem, precious stone
- Rita♀A precious pearl
- Retno♀A precious gemstone
- Intan♀A precious diamond
- Mutiara♀A pearl formed inside a shell
- Permata♀Precious stone, gem
- Komalasari♀Precious essence of a jewel
- Manik♂♀Jewel or ornamental bead
- Mustika♀Precious gemstone
- Tiara♀Small ornamental crown
- Kumala♀Gemstone, precious jewel
- Ratnawati♀One who possesses jewels
Famous people named Lulu
- Lulu Zaharani · b. 2003
- Lulu Tobing · b. 1977
- Lulu Gutawa · b. 1970
- Lulu Kurnia · b. 1974
- Lulu Lugiyati · b. 1941
- Lulu Salsabila · b. 2002
- Lulu Zakaria · b. 1970
- Lu'lu' Indiyah Rosidah H · b. 1968
- Lulu Amelia · b. 1974
- Lulu Badliyah
- Lulu Chairunisyah · b. 1975
- Lulu Kinsu · b. 1981
FAQ about the name Lulu
What is the meaning of Lulu?
Lulu means a pearl. In Arabic naming, Lulu adapts luʾluʾ, meaning pearl. The same Latin spelling can also serve as a nickname of other origins.
Is Lulu a girl’s name?
Yes, Lulu is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 5% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Lulu?
Lulu is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Lulu in the Quran?
Lulu does not appear as a name in the Quran, but its source word (اللؤلؤ) does, for example in QS Ar-Rahman [55]: 22 and QS Al-Waqi’ah [56]: 23.
How many syllables does Lulu have?
Lulu has 2 syllables (Lu-lu) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Lulu?
Lulu ranks #441 among girl names in our data sample (22 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Lulu?
Some ideas: Lulu Alvi Najla; Lulu Chairun Kamilah; Lulu Kamila.
Famous people named Lulu?
Notable people named Lulu include Lulu Zaharani, Lulu Tobing, Lulu Gutawa.
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