Abdul-Qahhar
Abdul-Qahhar is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Servant of the All-Prevailing”.
| Meaning | Servant of the All-Prevailing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبد القهار |
| Pronunciation | ab-dul-qah-HAAR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, Afghanistan, Malaysia, Indonesia |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Qahhar
The root q-h-r means to overpower or prevail, and al-Qahhar is God as the One whom nothing can resist. It is an intensive form of al-Qahir, which makes the sense of complete mastery even stronger. Abdul-Qahhar, a servant of the All-Prevailing, picks up a pairing that the Quran uses often, where al-Qahhar comes together with al-Wahid, the One. Families in Afghanistan, Indonesia and Pakistan still give the name.
Is Abdul-Qahhar a Muslim name?
This is a fully Islamic name, drawn from a divine title that the Quran itself uses: 'Allah is the Creator of all things, and He is the One, the All-Prevailing' (Quran 13:16).
How popular is Abdul-Qahhar?
Afghan, Pakistani, Malaysian and Indonesian families give it, the last two often as Abdul Kahar.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Qahhar mean?
Abdul-Qahhar means 'Servant of the All-Prevailing'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abdul-Qahhar a Muslim name?
This is a fully Islamic name, drawn from a divine title that the Quran itself uses: 'Allah is the Creator of all things, and He is the One, the All-Prevailing' (Quran 13:16).
How do you pronounce Abdul-Qahhar?
Abdul-Qahhar is pronounced ab-dul-qah-HAAR.
Is Abdul-Qahhar a boy or girl name?
Abdul-Qahhar is usually a boy name.