Abdul-Wasi
Abdul-Wasi is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Servant of the All-Encompassing”.
| Meaning | Servant of the All-Encompassing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبد الواسع |
| Pronunciation | ab-dul-WAA-see |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, Afghanistan, Yemen |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Wasi
Width and vastness are what the root w-s-a describes. Al-Wasi is God as the All-Encompassing, whose mercy, generosity and knowledge stretch wide enough to hold everything. Abdul-Wasi is a servant of that boundless Lord. It is an authentic but fairly uncommon name, found among Afghan, Yemeni and South Asian families, and spellings such as Abdul Wasay and Abdul Wasey are also seen.
Is Abdul-Wasi a Muslim name?
The name rests on al-Wasi, a divine name in the Quran: 'Indeed, Allah is All-Encompassing and Knowing' (Quran 2:115).
How popular is Abdul-Wasi?
Yemen, Afghanistan and Pakistan are where it is found.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Wasi mean?
Abdul-Wasi means 'Servant of the All-Encompassing'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abdul-Wasi a Muslim name?
The name rests on al-Wasi, a divine name in the Quran: 'Indeed, Allah is All-Encompassing and Knowing' (Quran 2:115).
How do you pronounce Abdul-Wasi?
Abdul-Wasi is pronounced ab-dul-WAA-see.
Is Abdul-Wasi a boy or girl name?
Abdul-Wasi is usually a boy name.