Abdul-Wahid
Abdul-Wahid is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Servant of the One”.
| Meaning | Servant of the One |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبد الواحد |
| Pronunciation | ab-dul-WAA-hid |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Morocco, Pakistan, India, Somalia |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Wahid
Oneness is the meaning of the root w-h-d. Al-Wahid is God as the One, and a name built on it expresses tawhid, the belief in God's unity that stands at the very centre of Islam; Abdul-Wahid is a servant of the One. The same root produces ahad, the word for One in Surat al-Ikhlas. Moroccans often write the name Abdelouahed, and in Pakistan Abdul Waheed is a frequent spelling.
Is Abdul-Wahid a Muslim name?
Few names state the core of Islamic belief so directly, since it calls its bearer a servant of the One God. The Quran says, 'He is the One, the All-Prevailing' (Quran 13:16).
How popular is Abdul-Wahid?
Somalia, Morocco and South Asia all have it, and Pakistanis often spell it Abdul Waheed.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Wahid mean?
Abdul-Wahid means 'Servant of the One'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abdul-Wahid a Muslim name?
Few names state the core of Islamic belief so directly, since it calls its bearer a servant of the One God. The Quran says, 'He is the One, the All-Prevailing' (Quran 13:16).
How do you pronounce Abdul-Wahid?
Abdul-Wahid is pronounced ab-dul-WAA-hid.
Is Abdul-Wahid a boy or girl name?
Abdul-Wahid is usually a boy name.