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Lulu

Girl · Arabic · Short name

Meaning
Pearl, precious one

Meaning varies between reference sources.

Pronunciation
LOO-loo
Origin
Arabic

From Arabic and Germanic; meaning debated, often pearl.

Popularity
Uncommon in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

ClassicVintageSoft and gentle

Languages in use: Arabic, German, English

Commonly used in: United States, Middle East, Germany

Alternate spellings

  • LouFrench / English

    Shortened form.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Arabic Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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