"worshipper, devotee"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Abdul
Pronunciation: [ abd-OOL ]
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A deeply revered Islamic name expressing devotion to God
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The Story of Abdul
Abdul is an Arabic name meaning 'servant of God,' composed of 'Abd' (servant, worshipper) and 'al' (the), which when followed by one of the 99 names of Allah, creates a complete name of devotion. Abdul is often used as a prefix in compound names like Abdullah (servant of God) or Abdul Rahman (servant of the Merciful).
Abdul has been a perennial favorite in Muslim-majority communities worldwide for over 1,400 years, since the founding of Islam. It remains one of the most common name elements in Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities across the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa.
In Islamic tradition, names beginning with 'Abd' are considered among the most blessed, as they express a person's devotion and servitude to Allah. The Prophet Muhammad said 'the best names are Abdullah and Abdurrahman,' making Abdul-prefixed names deeply honored.
Historical Record
Abdul first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 6,327 babies have been named Abdul in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Abdul is past its peak , currently ranked #1,818 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Abdul is one of the most common name elements in the world, found in countries from Morocco to Indonesia
- The name appears in the Quran and has been used continuously since the 7th century CE
Abdul in Other Languages
Urdu
عبدل
Arabic
عبد
Persian
عبدل
Swahili
Abdul
Turkish
Abdül
Popularity Over Time
#1,818
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1976
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Abdul
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Abdul-Jabbar, Kareem
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1947
NBA legend and six-time champion, all-time NBA scoring leader for decades
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Abdul Kalam
Scientist
1931
Indian scientist and 11th President of India, known as the 'Missile Man of India'
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,818
- Total SSA Count
- 89
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Islamic South Asian African
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Abdi
Ab
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Frequently Asked Questions About Abdul
What does the name Abdul mean?
"worshipper, devotee" (from Arabic). Abdul is an Arabic name meaning 'servant of God,' composed of 'Abd' (servant, worshipper) and 'al' (the), which when followed by one of the 99 names of Allah, creates a complete name of devotion. Abdul is often used as a prefix in compound names like Abdullah (servant of God) or Abdul Rahman (servant of the Merciful).
What is the origin of the name Abdul?
Abdul has Arabic, Islamic, South Asian, and African origins. In Arabic, it means "worshipper, devotee".
Is Abdul a boy or girl name?
Abdul is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Abdul?
Abdul is pronounced abd-OOL.
How popular is the name Abdul?
Abdul is currently ranked #1818 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Abdul?
Common nicknames for Abdul include Abdi.
What are good middle names for Abdul?
Popular middle name pairings include Abdul Rahman, Abdul Kareem, Abdul Malik, Abdul Rahim, Abdul Aziz, and Abdul Jabbar.
What are good sibling names for Abdul?
Names that pair well with Abdul as siblings include Ahmad, Ibrahim, Fatima, Aisha, Omar, and Yusuf.
How many syllables does Abdul have?
Abdul has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Abdul a common or rare name?
Abdul is an uncommon name, ranked #1818 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Abdul?
About the Name Abdul
Abdul is a boy name with Arabic, Islamic, South Asian, and African origins . The name means "worshipper, devotee" in Arabic .
Abdul is currently ranked #1,818 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Abdul has 2 syllables and is pronounced abd-OOL, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Abdul include Abdi and Ab. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Abdul include Abdullah, Abdulrahman, Abdullahi, Abdulaziz, Abdulloh . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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