Abdul-Shakur
Abdul-Shakur is a Muslim boy name meaning “Servant of the Most Appreciative”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Most Appreciative |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عبد الشكور |
| Pronunciation | ab-dush-sha-KOOR |
| Arabic root | ش ك ر (sh-k-r) — to thank |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Shakur
ʿAbd al-Shakūr means 'servant of the Most Appreciative'. Al-Shakūr is the Name of God who rewards even small good deeds generously. The name is used across the Muslim world and is familiar in South Asia, East Africa and among African-American Muslims, often shortened to Shakur.
Is Abdul-Shakur a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Shakur is an Islamic name meaning 'servant of the Most Appreciative', a Name of Allah.
Is Abdul-Shakur in the Quran?
'Indeed, our Lord is Forgiving and Appreciative (shakūr)' (Quran 35:34).
Where is the name Abdul-Shakur used?
Abdul Shakoor in South Asia, Abdishakur in Somalia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Shakur mean?
Abdul-Shakur means 'Servant of the Most Appreciative'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Abdul-Shakur a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Shakur is an Islamic name meaning 'servant of the Most Appreciative', a Name of Allah.
How do you write Abdul-Shakur in Arabic?
Abdul-Shakur is written عبد الشكور in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abdul-Shakur?
Abdul-Shakur is pronounced ab-dush-sha-KOOR.
Is Abdul-Shakur mentioned in the Quran?
'Indeed, our Lord is Forgiving and Appreciative (shakūr)' (Quran 35:34).