Abdul-Shakoor
Abdul-Shakoor is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Servant of the Most Appreciative”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Most Appreciative |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبد الشكور |
| Pronunciation | ab-dush-sha-KOOR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, Afghanistan, Somalia, India |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Shakoor
Thanks and appreciation are what the root sh-k-r means, and it gives shukr, gratitude. Al-Shakur is God as the One who values even a tiny good deed and repays it richly. Abdul-Shakoor is therefore a servant of the Most Appreciative. It is a favourite in Afghanistan and Pakistan, where Abdul Shakur is a common spelling, and Somali families use the form Abdishakur.
Is Abdul-Shakoor a Muslim name?
It draws on al-Shakur, one of God's names in the Quran, which says, 'Indeed, He is Forgiving and Appreciative' (Quran 35:30).
How popular is Abdul-Shakoor?
Afghan and Pakistani families use it a lot, and Somalis prefer the form Abdishakur.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Shakoor mean?
Abdul-Shakoor means 'Servant of the Most Appreciative'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abdul-Shakoor a Muslim name?
It draws on al-Shakur, one of God's names in the Quran, which says, 'Indeed, He is Forgiving and Appreciative' (Quran 35:30).
How do you pronounce Abdul-Shakoor?
Abdul-Shakoor is pronounced ab-dush-sha-KOOR.
Is Abdul-Shakoor a boy or girl name?
Abdul-Shakoor is usually a boy name.