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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Pearl (in its Arabic-origin use)
- Origin
- Arabic (also independently an English pet form and a Chinese name)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- LOO-loo
Lulu has an Arabic-origin meaning of pearl, though it also stands on its own as an English pet name and, separately, as a Chinese name. It's pronounced LOO-loo, and here it's both a worldly and a clean, modern pick for a girl.
Meaning & Origin of Lulu
Meaning: Pearl (in its arabic-origin use).
Origin: Arabic (also independently an English pet form and a Chinese name).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Lulu
LOO-looIPA /ˈluːluː/
Popularity of Lulu
Lulu's high point in the Social Security data was back in 1881, when it ranked #76 with 313 babies given the name; by 2024 it had dropped to #3464, with just 45 babies recorded.
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FAQ
What does the name Lulu mean?
Pearl (in its arabic-origin use). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Lulu?
Lulu is pronounced LOO-loo (IPA: /ˈluːluː/).
Is Lulu a popular name right now?
Lulu peaked at #76 in 1881 and is ranked #3464 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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