Abdullah
Meaning of Abdullah
The name Abdullah, a popular male given name of Arabic origin, means "servant of God" and is deeply rooted in Islamic tradition. It is pronounced as ab-DUH-luh (/ɑbˈdʊːlə/ or /ɑbˈdʌlə/) in both Arabic and English. The name has a rich historical significance, often associated with reverence and piety, making it a favored choice among Muslim families. Variations of the name include Abdallah. In the United States, Abdullah has seen fluctuating popularity over the years; it ranked 773rd in 2023 with 330 occurrences, showing a steady presence since its notable increase in use during the late 20th century. This enduring appeal underscores its cultural and spiritual resonance across generations.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as ab-DUH-luh (/ɑbˈdʊːlə/)
English
- Pronunced as ab-DUH-luh (/ɑbˈdʌlə/)
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Similar Names to Abdullah
Notable People Named Abdullah
| Abdullah II of Jordan - Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein is the current King of Jordan and a member of the Hashemite dynasty, with a direct lineage to the Islamic prophet Muhammad. |
| Abdullah I of Jordan - Abdullah I bin Al-Hussein, a member of the Hashemite dynasty, ruled as the Emir of Transjordan and later became the first king of an independent Jordan until his assassination in 1951. |
| Abdullah Gül is a prominent Turkish politician who served as the 11th President of Turkey and held various high-ranking positions in government. |
| Abdullah Yusuf Ali was an Indian-British barrister known for his writings on Islam, including an exegesis of the Qur'an, and received the CBE for his support of the British war effort during World War I. |
| Abdullah bin Faisal Al Saud was a prominent Saudi Arabian businessman, politician, and poet who held influential government positions in the 1940s and 1950s, serving as governor of Hejaz and minister of health and interior. |
| Abdullah Shah Ghazi was a revered Muslim mystic and Sufi, with a shrine located in Clifton, Karachi, in the Sindh province of Pakistan. |
| Abdullah Qureshi is a Pakistani singer, songwriter, and music composer known for his YouTube covers and original song "Awaz Do". |
| Abdullah bin Abdullah Al Saud, also known as Abdullah Pasha, was a member of the Al Thunayan family and a son of Abdullah bin Thunayan, Emir of Nejd. |
| Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud was a prominent Saudi royal and long-serving governor of the Northern Borders Province and Qassim Province until his passing in 2015. |
| Mohammad Abdullah Azam Khan is an Indian politician and former member of the 17th Legislative Assembly of Uttar Pradesh, representing the Suar constituency before being disqualified by the high court, and is a member of the Samajwadi Party. |
| Abdullah Sultan Ahmed Muftah Al Nasseri, also known as Abdullah Sultan, is an Emirati professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Baniyas. |
| Abdullah Saleh Al-Dosari is a retired Saudi Arabian football defender known for representing his country in the 1994 FIFA World Cup and playing for Ettifaq FC. |
| Abdullah Khan is a Pakistani first-class cricketer known for his performances with Karachi and Pakistan Steels, having played 35 First-class and 26 List A cricket games. |
| Abdullah Al Buraiki - Abdullah Al-Buraiki is a Kuwaiti footballer. |
