"abundance, plenty"
Kausar
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A sacred Islamic name meaning divine abundance
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Meaning & Origin
"river in paradise"
"divine generosity, blessing"
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Kausar (also spelled Kawthar, Kosar, or Kawsar) comes from the Arabic root kathr, meaning abundance or plenty. The name has sacred significance in Islam: Surah Al-Kawthar (Chapter 108) is the shortest chapter of the Quran and refers to Al-Kawthar as a river or fountain in paradise granted to the Prophet Muhammad. Naming a daughter Kausar carries deep spiritual meaning, connecting her to divine generosity and blessing.
Kausar is a beloved name across the Muslim world, particularly popular in South Asia (Pakistan, India, Bangladesh) and the Arab world. It has remained consistently popular for generations precisely because of its Quranic significance, a quality that gives it enduring appeal across Muslim communities worldwide.
The name Kausar holds unique Quranic significance as it references Al-Kawthar, described in Islamic tradition as a river of paradise with banks of gold and a bottom of rubies. This divine association makes the name particularly meaningful for Muslim families, symbolizing God's boundless generosity toward the faithful.
Historical Record
Kausar first appeared in US Social Security records in 2013.
Over 71 babies have been named Kausar in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kausar is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #5,903 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Surah Al-Kawthar in the Quran is the shortest chapter, consisting of only 3 verses, but grants a name of immense spiritual significance
- Kausar is one of the few female names directly referenced in the Quran, giving it a special status among Islamic names
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The name is borne by numerous respected figures across Pakistan and India in fields from medicine to education
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,903
- Total SSA Count
- 21
- Cultural Origins
- Muslim Pakistani Indian Bangladeshi Arabic
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
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About the Name Kausar
Kausar is a girl name with Muslim, Pakistani, Indian, Bangladeshi, and Arabic origins . The name means "abundance, plenty" in Arabic .
Kausar is currently ranked #5,903 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Kausar has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Kausar include Kaus and Kousy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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