Abdiwali
Abdiwali is a Muslim boy name meaning “Servant of the Protecting Friend”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Protecting Friend |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Somali form |
| Arabic spelling | عبد الولي |
| Pronunciation | ahb-dee-WAH-lee |
| Arabic root | و ل ي (w-l-y) — closeness, protection |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abdiwali
Abdiwali is the English-document spelling of Somali Cabdiwali, Arabic ʿAbd al-Walī. al-Walī is the Protecting Friend and Guardian of the believers. The name is well known through Somali public figures and is used widely in Puntland, Somaliland and southern Somalia.
Is Abdiwali a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdiwali is a Somali Muslim name meaning servant of the Protecting Friend.
Is Abdiwali in the Quran?
'Allah — He is the Protector (al-Walī)' (Quran 42:9).
Where is the name Abdiwali used?
Common among Somalis in the Horn of Africa and abroad.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdiwali mean?
Abdiwali means 'Servant of the Protecting Friend'. It comes from Arabic, Somali form.
Is Abdiwali a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdiwali is a Somali Muslim name meaning servant of the Protecting Friend.
How do you write Abdiwali in Arabic?
Abdiwali is written عبد الولي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abdiwali?
Abdiwali is pronounced ahb-dee-WAH-lee.
Is Abdiwali mentioned in the Quran?
'Allah — He is the Protector (al-Walī)' (Quran 42:9).