Name Profile
Abdul
Undoubtedly a name with holy essence, Abdul is an Arabic boy’s name meaning “servant.” Abdul is often the diminutive of Abdullah which then gives the meaning of “servant to God.” Though not as popular in the Western world, for those of Arabic or Middle Eastern origins, Abdul is a go-to for boys. If you’re looking to pay homage to your Arabic roots and your faith, Abdul is a great choice. Widespread choice in the Muslim world, this was the name of both the father of the Prophet Mohammed and one of his sons.
Name Story
Traits
- Devout
- Humble
- Respectful
- Compassionate
Compatibility
Abdul pairs well with traditional or Arabic names for siblings, creating a cohesive and meaningful set. As a middle name, it adds a touch of spirituality and reverence to the full name. This name is versatile and can fit in various cultural and stylistic contexts.
Spotlight
Famous Personalities
Notable people who share the name.
Abdul Sattar Edhi
Philanthropist
Born: January 1, 1928 · Bantva, British India (now Pakistan)
Abdul Kalam
Scientist, Politician
Born: October 15, 1931 · Rameswaram, British India (now India)
Abdul Rashid Dostum
Politician, Military Leader
Born: March 1, 1954 · Khawja du koh, Afghanistan
Abdul Qadir
Cricketer
Born: September 15, 1955 · Lahore, Pakistan
Abdul Hamid II
Ottoman Sultan
Born: September 21, 1842 · Istanbul, Ottoman Empire (now Turkey)
Abdul Razak
Politician
Born: March 11, 1952 · Pekan, Malaysia
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Regional Variations & Spellings
Alternative Spellings
- Abdul Original form
- عبد ال Arabic
- আব্দুল Bengali
- ਅਬਦੁਲ Punjabi
- अब्दुल Hindi
- අබ්දුල් Sinhala
- აბდული Georgian
- ابدال Urdu
- Աբդուլ Armenian
Frequently Asked Questions about Abdul
- What does Abdul mean?
- Servant of Allah
- What is the origin of Abdul?
- Abdul has Arabic origins.
- Is Abdul popular?
- Abdul has been viewed 141 times and saved to favorites 1 times by our community.
- What are similar names to Abdul?
- Similar names include Pedro, Nina, Ethan, Nana, Zuberi.
- How do you pronounce Abdul?
- Abdul is pronounced AHB-dool.
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