Abdul-Malik
Abdul-Malik is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Servant of the King”.
| Meaning | Servant of the King |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبد الملك |
| Pronunciation | ab-dul-MA-lik |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Malik
Abdul-Malik joins ʿabd, servant, to al-Malik, the divine name for God as the true King, the Sovereign whose rule has no end. Its most famous historical bearer is the Umayyad ruler ʿAbd al-Malik, son of Marwān, who reigned from 685 to 705, commissioned the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem and turned Arabic into the official tongue of his administration. The Andalusian jurist Ibn Ḥabīb, a major early scholar, carried the name as well. Many bearers today are called Malik for short.
Is Abdul-Malik a Muslim name?
The name rests on al-Malik, and the final surah of the Quran calls God 'the Sovereign of mankind' (Quran 114:2).
How popular is Abdul-Malik?
It is used across the Muslim world, as Abdelmalek in North Africa and Abdulmalik in Nigeria and the Gulf.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Malik mean?
Abdul-Malik means 'Servant of the King'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abdul-Malik a Muslim name?
The name rests on al-Malik, and the final surah of the Quran calls God 'the Sovereign of mankind' (Quran 114:2).
How do you pronounce Abdul-Malik?
Abdul-Malik is pronounced ab-dul-MA-lik.
Is Abdul-Malik a boy or girl name?
Abdul-Malik is usually a boy name.