Abdul-Sattar
Abdul-Sattar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Servant of the One who conceals faults”.
| Meaning | Servant of the One who conceals faults |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عبد الستار |
| Pronunciation | ab-dul-sat-TAAR |
| Arabic root | س ت ر (s-t-r) — to cover, to veil |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Sattar
Abdul-Sattar means 'servant of al-Sattār', the One who veils people's sins and shortcomings. Al-Sattār is not in the well-known list of ninety-nine Names, but God's concealing of faults is a strong theme in hadith, and the name has long been used. Its most famous bearer is Abdul Sattar Edhi, the Pakistani humanitarian who founded the Edhi Foundation.
Is Abdul-Sattar a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Sattar is a widely used Muslim name meaning servant of the One who covers faults.
Where is the name Abdul-Sattar used?
Very common in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh (often Abdus Sattar), and also used in Iraq, Egypt and Central Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Sattar mean?
Abdul-Sattar means 'Servant of the One who conceals faults'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Abdul-Sattar a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Sattar is a widely used Muslim name meaning servant of the One who covers faults.
How do you write Abdul-Sattar in Arabic?
Abdul-Sattar is written عبد الستار in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abdul-Sattar?
Abdul-Sattar is pronounced ab-dul-sat-TAAR.