Meaning of Ghulam

Pronunciation: Ghulam is pronounced ghu-LAAM

Written as: غلام (Arabic)

About the Name Ghulam

Ghulam is a boy name with roots in Arabic and Urdu and Persian culture. From the Arabic 'ghulam', 'youth, servant' - used mainly in devotional names like Ghulam Rasul (servant of the Prophet).

The numerology number for Ghulam is 4, reflecting the personality traits and characteristics associated with this name.

✨ Quick Name Analysis

Origin / Religionarabic, urdu, persian
Genderboy
StyleShort & Modern
PopularityUncommon name in United Arab Emirates (2025)

Details

Origin : arabic, urdu, persian

Gender : boy

Numerology : 4

Syllables : 2

Last updated 10 November 2026 · How we research names · Report a mistake

Etymology of Ghulam

From the Arabic 'ghulam', a boy or youth, which came to mean servant. In Persian and Urdu usage it usually begins a devotional compound such as Ghulam Rasul (servant of the Prophet) or Ghulam Nabi.

Variants and related forms of Ghulam

Notable people named Ghulam

  • Ghulam Ali: Pakistani ghazal singer.
  • Ghulam Nabi Azad: Indian politician and former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir.

Personality and Numerology of Ghulam

In numerology, the name Ghulam reduces to the number 4, which is most often linked to stability, discipline, reliability. A person carrying this vibration is generally grounded and methodical - the kind of person friends and family lean on because they show up, plan ahead, and finish what they start.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Ghulam mean in Arabic?
From the Arabic 'ghulam', 'youth, servant' - used mainly in devotional names like Ghulam Rasul (servant of the Prophet).
What is the origin of the name Ghulam?
From the Arabic 'ghulam', a boy or youth, which came to mean servant. In Persian and Urdu usage it usually begins a devotional compound such as Ghulam Rasul (servant of the Prophet) or Ghulam Nabi.
How do you pronounce Ghulam?
Ghulam is pronounced ghu-LAAM.
Is Ghulam a boy or girl name?
Ghulam is a boy name.
What is the numerology number of Ghulam?
The numerology number for the name Ghulam is 4. Numerology associates this number with specific personality traits and a distinct life path.

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