Abdul-Rahman
Abdul-Rahman is a Muslim boy name meaning “Servant of the Most Gracious”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Most Gracious |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عبد الرحمن |
| Pronunciation | ab-dur-rah-MAAN |
| Arabic root | ر ح م (r-ḥ-m) — to have mercy |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Rahman
Abdul-Rahman (ʿAbd al-Raḥmān) is among the most honoured names in Islam: the Prophet ﷺ said that the most beloved names to God are ʿAbdullāh and ʿAbd al-Raḥmān (Sahih Muslim). Bearers include the Companion ʿAbd al-Raḥmān ibn ʿAwf, one of the ten promised Paradise, and ʿAbd al-Raḥmān I, founder of the Umayyad emirate of Córdoba.
Is Abdul-Rahman a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Rahman is one of the two names the Prophet ﷺ called most beloved to God, and it is used in every Muslim community.
Is Abdul-Rahman in the Quran?
The Quran says, 'Call upon Allah or call upon al-Raḥmān; whichever you call, to Him belong the best names' (Quran 17:110).
Where is the name Abdul-Rahman used?
Used everywhere; Abdirahman in Somalia, Abderrahmane in North Africa, Abdurrahman in Turkey and Indonesia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Rahman mean?
Abdul-Rahman means 'Servant of the Most Gracious'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Abdul-Rahman a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Rahman is one of the two names the Prophet ﷺ called most beloved to God, and it is used in every Muslim community.
How do you write Abdul-Rahman in Arabic?
Abdul-Rahman is written عبد الرحمن in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abdul-Rahman?
Abdul-Rahman is pronounced ab-dur-rah-MAAN.
Is Abdul-Rahman mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says, 'Call upon Allah or call upon al-Raḥmān; whichever you call, to Him belong the best names' (Quran 17:110).