Abdullah
Abdullah is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Servant of God”.
| Meaning | Servant of God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبد الله |
| Pronunciation | ab-DUL-lah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Abdullah
Worship and service are the meanings of the root a-b-d, and Abdullah, servant of Allah, is the most basic of all the Abd names. A report in Sahih Muslim records the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ saying that it and Abd al-Rahman are the names most loved by God. The Prophet's own father bore it, and so did many Companions, including Abdullah ibn Masud, Abdullah ibn Umar and Abdullah ibn Abbas.
Is Abdullah a Muslim name?
Praised by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself, it is cherished in every Muslim community. In the Quran the infant Jesus says, 'Indeed, I am the servant of Allah' (Quran 19:30).
How popular is Abdullah?
Muslims all over the globe use it, with local forms such as Abdulla in Central Asia, Abdulahi in Nigeria and Abdillahi in Somalia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdullah mean?
Abdullah means 'Servant of God'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abdullah a Muslim name?
Praised by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself, it is cherished in every Muslim community. In the Quran the infant Jesus says, 'Indeed, I am the servant of Allah' (Quran 19:30).
How do you pronounce Abdullah?
Abdullah is pronounced ab-DUL-lah.
Is Abdullah a boy or girl name?
Abdullah is usually a boy name.