Abdul-Samad
Abdul-Samad is a Muslim boy name meaning “Servant of the Eternal Refuge”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Eternal Refuge |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عبد الصمد |
| Pronunciation | ab-dus-SA-mad |
| Arabic root | ص م د (ṣ-m-d) — to turn to, to be relied upon |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Samad
Abdul-Samad (ʿAbd al-Ṣamad) means servant of al-Ṣamad, a name found only once in the Quran, in Surat al-Ikhlas. It describes the Lord to whom all turn in need while He needs no one. The Persian painter ʿAbd al-Ṣamad worked at the Mughal court of Akbar. Egyptian reciter ʿAbd al-Bāsiṭ ʿAbd al-Ṣamad carried it as his father's name.
Is Abdul-Samad a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Samad is a Muslim name formed from al-Ṣamad, named in Surat al-Ikhlas.
Is Abdul-Samad in the Quran?
Surat al-Ikhlas says, 'Allah, the Eternal Refuge' (Quran 112:2).
Where is the name Abdul-Samad used?
Common in Morocco (Abdessamad) and across South Asia.
Gifts with the name Abdul-Samad
- Abdul-Samad name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Abdul-Samad baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We may earn a small commission from these links, at no extra cost to you.
Spellings and variants of Abdul-Samad
More boy names like Abdul-Samad
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Samad mean?
Abdul-Samad means 'Servant of the Eternal Refuge'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Abdul-Samad a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Samad is a Muslim name formed from al-Ṣamad, named in Surat al-Ikhlas.
How do you write Abdul-Samad in Arabic?
Abdul-Samad is written عبد الصمد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abdul-Samad?
Abdul-Samad is pronounced ab-dus-SA-mad.
Is Abdul-Samad mentioned in the Quran?
Surat al-Ikhlas says, 'Allah, the Eternal Refuge' (Quran 112:2).