Abdul-Qahar
Abdul-Qahar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Servant of the All-Subduing (God)”.
| Meaning | Servant of the All-Subduing (God) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عبد القهار |
| Pronunciation | ab-dul-qah-HAAR |
| Arabic root | ق ه ر (q-h-r) — to subdue, to overpower |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Qahar
Abdul-Qahar is a common spelling of ʿAbd al-Qahhār, 'servant of al-Qahhār', the All-Subduing, one of the names of God that describes His absolute power over all things. Because al-Qahhār belongs to God alone, it is always used with ʿAbd. The name is widespread in Afghanistan, Pakistan and Malaysia.
Is Abdul-Qahar a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Qahar is a Muslim name meaning servant of the All-Subduing, one of the names of God.
Is Abdul-Qahar in the Quran?
'Say: Allah is the Creator of all things, and He is the One, the Prevailing (al-qahhār)' (Quran 13:16).
Where is the name Abdul-Qahar used?
Used in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Malaysia and Indonesia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Qahar mean?
Abdul-Qahar means 'Servant of the All-Subduing (God)'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Abdul-Qahar a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Qahar is a Muslim name meaning servant of the All-Subduing, one of the names of God.
How do you write Abdul-Qahar in Arabic?
Abdul-Qahar is written عبد القهار in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abdul-Qahar?
Abdul-Qahar is pronounced ab-dul-qah-HAAR.
Is Abdul-Qahar mentioned in the Quran?
'Say: Allah is the Creator of all things, and He is the One, the Prevailing (al-qahhār)' (Quran 13:16).