Uthman
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Uthman is a boy’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “Uthman is an Arabic name meaning 'baby bustard' (a type of bird). It's a classic name with historical significance in Islamic tradition.”. It currently ranks #4402 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2022.
What Uthman Means
“Uthman is an Arabic name meaning 'baby bustard' (a type of bird). It's a classic name with historical significance in Islamic tradition.”
The Story of Uthman
This name carries the grace of ancient tradition and the quiet strength of a leader who shaped history.
Uthman is a classic Arabic name meaning 'baby bustard,' a type of desert bird known for its resilience and keen senses. As the name of the third Caliph of Islam, Uthman ibn Affan, it carries immense historical and religious significance, evoking wisdom, justice, and steadfast leadership.
Saying 'Uthman' aloud feels like invoking a sense of deep respect and calm authority. It’s a name that carries weight, suggesting a natural leader with a gentle spirit and a wise perspective. For your son, it’s the potential to be a pillar of strength and integrity, someone others look to for guidance. You feel a sense of enduring significance as you write it, a name rooted in profound history.
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Famous Namesakes
Uthman ibn Affan
Third Caliph of Islam; an important figure in history.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#25 in 2022
Total Births
323
First Recorded
1974
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