Abdul-Wali
Abdul-Wali is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Servant of the Protecting Friend”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Protecting Friend |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبد الولي |
| Pronunciation | ab-dul-WA-lee |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, Afghanistan, Somalia, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Wali
Nearness and protection are the twin ideas of the root w-l-y. Al-Wali is God as the close Friend and Guardian of the believers, and Abdul-Wali names a servant of that Protector. Pashtun families are particularly fond of the name, and one of its best-known bearers was the Pakistani politician Abdul Wali Khan, whose father was Abdul Ghaffar Khan. In Somalia it takes the form Abdiwali.
Is Abdul-Wali a Muslim name?
It is built on al-Wali, a name of God in the Quran: 'Allah is the Protecting Friend of those who believe' (Quran 2:257).
How popular is Abdul-Wali?
Pashtun families in Afghanistan and Pakistan are especially fond of it, and Somalis use Abdiwali.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Wali mean?
Abdul-Wali means 'Servant of the Protecting Friend'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abdul-Wali a Muslim name?
It is built on al-Wali, a name of God in the Quran: 'Allah is the Protecting Friend of those who believe' (Quran 2:257).
How do you pronounce Abdul-Wali?
Abdul-Wali is pronounced ab-dul-WA-lee.
Is Abdul-Wali a boy or girl name?
Abdul-Wali is usually a boy name.