Abdul-Awwal
Abdul-Awwal is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Servant of the First”.
| Meaning | Servant of the First |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبد الأول |
| Pronunciation | ab-dul-AW-wal |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Bangladesh, Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Awwal
Abdul-Awwal means 'servant of the First', from ʿAbd al-Awwal, describing God who existed before anything else. It is particularly common in Bangladesh, where spellings like Abdul Awal are widely used. It forms a natural pair with the much rarer Abdul-Akhir, which is built on the matching name al-Ākhir, the Last. In daily life many bearers are called simply Awal, and its meaning makes it a natural choice for a firstborn son.
Is Abdul-Awwal a Muslim name?
The name is built on al-Awwal, and the Quran describes God as 'the First (al-Awwal) and the Last' (Quran 57:3).
How popular is Abdul-Awwal?
It is very common in Bangladesh as Abdul Awal.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Awwal mean?
Abdul-Awwal means 'Servant of the First'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abdul-Awwal a Muslim name?
The name is built on al-Awwal, and the Quran describes God as 'the First (al-Awwal) and the Last' (Quran 57:3).
How do you pronounce Abdul-Awwal?
Abdul-Awwal is pronounced ab-dul-AW-wal.
Is Abdul-Awwal a boy or girl name?
Abdul-Awwal is usually a boy name.