Abundance, plenty, or a river in Paradise
In Islamic tradition, Al-Kawthar is the name of a river or fountain in Paradise promised to the Prophet Muhammad. It represents spiritual abundance and the overflowing blessings of God. The name is derived from the Arabic root meaning 'abundance' or 'multitude'.
Less common today
Kawthar isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,695 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
