Abdul-Rahman
Abdul-Rahman is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Servant of the Most Gracious”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Most Gracious |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبد الرحمن |
| Pronunciation | ab-dur-rah-MAAN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Rahman
Mercy again lies behind this name, since al-Rahman, the Most Gracious, comes from the root r-h-m. Abdul-Rahman means servant of the Most Gracious, and a report in Sahih Muslim records the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ naming it, together with Abdullah, as the names God loves most. Among those who bore it were Abd al-Rahman ibn Awf, one of ten Companions promised Paradise, and Abd al-Rahman I, founder of the Umayyad emirate in Cordoba.
Is Abdul-Rahman a Muslim name?
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ singled it out as one of the two names dearest to God, and it is found wherever Muslims live. The Quran says, 'Call upon Allah or call upon al-Raḥmān; whichever you call, to Him belong the best names' (Quran 17:110).
How popular is Abdul-Rahman?
Every Muslim region has its own version, from Abderrahmane in North Africa and Abdirahman in Somalia to Abdurrahman in Indonesia and Turkey.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Rahman mean?
Abdul-Rahman means 'Servant of the Most Gracious'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abdul-Rahman a Muslim name?
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ singled it out as one of the two names dearest to God, and it is found wherever Muslims live. The Quran says, 'Call upon Allah or call upon al-Raḥmān; whichever you call, to Him belong the best names' (Quran 17:110).
How do you pronounce Abdul-Rahman?
Abdul-Rahman is pronounced ab-dur-rah-MAAN.
Is Abdul-Rahman a boy or girl name?
Abdul-Rahman is usually a boy name.