Abdul-Samad
Abdul-Samad is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Servant of the Eternal Refuge”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Eternal Refuge |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبد الصمد |
| Pronunciation | ab-dus-SA-mad |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Morocco, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Samad
Al-Samad is a rare divine name, appearing just a single time in the Quran, in Surat al-Ikhlas. Its root s-m-d carries the idea of turning to someone and leaning on them, so al-Samad is the Lord every creature turns to in need, while He needs nobody. Abdul-Samad is a servant of that Lord. The Persian artist Abd al-Samad painted for Akbar's Mughal court, and the great Egyptian reciter Abd al-Basit inherited it as his father's name.
Is Abdul-Samad a Muslim name?
Its source in Surat al-Ikhlas gives this name a special place for Muslims: 'Allah, the Eternal Refuge' (Quran 112:2).
How popular is Abdul-Samad?
Moroccans know it as Abdessamad, and it is popular all over South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Samad mean?
Abdul-Samad means 'Servant of the Eternal Refuge'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abdul-Samad a Muslim name?
Its source in Surat al-Ikhlas gives this name a special place for Muslims: 'Allah, the Eternal Refuge' (Quran 112:2).
How do you pronounce Abdul-Samad?
Abdul-Samad is pronounced ab-dus-SA-mad.
Is Abdul-Samad a boy or girl name?
Abdul-Samad is usually a boy name.