Abdul-Ali
Abdul-Ali is a Muslim boy name meaning “Servant of the Most High”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Most High |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عبد العلي |
| Pronunciation | ab-dul-a-LEE |
| Arabic root | ع ب د (ʿ-b-d) — to worship, to serve |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Ali
Abdul-Ali is ʿAbd al-ʿAlī, 'servant of the Most High', from the divine name al-ʿAlī. It is distinct from Shia names like ʿAbd ʿAlī, which some scholars discourage; here ʿAlī carries the article and refers to God. It is found in Iran, South Asia and the Gulf.
Is Abdul-Ali a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Ali is a Muslim name meaning 'servant of the most high', built on al-ʿAlī, one of the names of God.
Is Abdul-Ali in the Quran?
The Throne Verse ends: 'and He is the Most High (al-ʿAlī), the Most Great' (Quran 2:255).
Where is the name Abdul-Ali used?
Used in Iran (Abdolali), Pakistan and the Gulf.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Ali mean?
Abdul-Ali means 'Servant of the Most High'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Abdul-Ali a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Ali is a Muslim name meaning 'servant of the most high', built on al-ʿAlī, one of the names of God.
How do you write Abdul-Ali in Arabic?
Abdul-Ali is written عبد العلي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abdul-Ali?
Abdul-Ali is pronounced ab-dul-a-LEE.
Is Abdul-Ali mentioned in the Quran?
The Throne Verse ends: 'and He is the Most High (al-ʿAlī), the Most Great' (Quran 2:255).