Abdullah

In Arabic: عبدالله

A compound of servitude to God, meaning: the servant of Allah, Glorified.

اسم مركّب من العبودية لله تعالى، ومعناه: عبدُ الله جلّ جلاله.

  • Boy name
  • Islamic tradition
  • Faith
  • Virtue
  • Longer
  • Strong sound
  • Common
  • Pan-Arab

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    عبدالله, come here sweetheart — dinner's ready.

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    Pleased to meet you, I'm عبدالله.

Names similar to Abdullah

  • AbdulhakimA noble devotional name meaning servant of Allah, the All-Wise, whose wisdom and decree are perfect.Learn more
  • AbdulkarimA name expressing attachment to divine generosity: servant of the Most Generous.Learn more
  • AbdullateefA gentle name meaning: servant of the Subtle/Kind (Al-Lateef), guided by His wise kindness.Learn more
  • AbdulmajeedA compound name meaning: servant of the Glorious (Al-Majeed).Learn more

Questions parents ask

What does the name Abdullah mean?
A compound of servitude to God, meaning: the servant of Allah, Glorified.
Is Abdullah a boy or a girl name?
Abdullah is a boy name.
How is Abdullah written in English?
Abdullah in Arabic: عبدالله.
Does Abdullah fit the father's name?
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