Abdelhai
Abdelhai is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Servant of the Ever-Living”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Ever-Living |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبد الحي |
| Pronunciation | ab-del-HAI |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | North Africa, Egypt, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Abdelhai
Abdelhai means 'servant of the Ever-Living', from ʿAbd al-Ḥayy. Al-Ḥayy is the divine name found at the start of the Throne Verse. In Morocco and Egypt the name is usually written Abdelhai or Abdelhay, since the doubled 'y' at the end is softened in Latin letters. South Asian families more often spell the same name Abdul Hai or Abdul Hayy.
Is Abdelhai a Muslim name?
The name rests on al-Ḥayy, and the Throne Verse opens: 'Allah, there is no god but Him, the Ever-Living (al-Ḥayy), the Sustainer of all' (Quran 2:255).
How popular is Abdelhai?
It is used in Morocco and Egypt, and as Abdul Hai in South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdelhai mean?
Abdelhai means 'Servant of the Ever-Living'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abdelhai a Muslim name?
The name rests on al-Ḥayy, and the Throne Verse opens: 'Allah, there is no god but Him, the Ever-Living (al-Ḥayy), the Sustainer of all' (Quran 2:255).
How do you pronounce Abdelhai?
Abdelhai is pronounced ab-del-HAI.
Is Abdelhai a boy or girl name?
Abdelhai is usually a boy name.