Abdul-Sami
Abdul-Sami is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Servant of the All-Hearing”.
| Meaning | Servant of the All-Hearing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبد السميع |
| Pronunciation | ab-dus-sa-MEE |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Egypt |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Sami
Hearing is the plain meaning of the root s-m-a. Al-Sami is God as the All-Hearing, who catches every voice and even a prayer that is barely whispered, and Abdul-Sami means a servant of the One who hears. Arabic pronounces it Abdus-Samee, South Asian families commonly write Abdus Sami, and Egyptians spell it Abdel Samie. It is a lovely choice for parents who want a name centred on prayer.
Is Abdul-Sami a Muslim name?
Al-Sami is one of the divine names the Quran mentions most often, so the name is firmly Islamic: 'There is nothing like unto Him, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Seeing' (Quran 42:11).
How popular is Abdul-Sami?
Egyptian and South Asian families are its main users.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Sami mean?
Abdul-Sami means 'Servant of the All-Hearing'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abdul-Sami a Muslim name?
Al-Sami is one of the divine names the Quran mentions most often, so the name is firmly Islamic: 'There is nothing like unto Him, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Seeing' (Quran 42:11).
How do you pronounce Abdul-Sami?
Abdul-Sami is pronounced ab-dus-sa-MEE.
Is Abdul-Sami a boy or girl name?
Abdul-Sami is usually a boy name.