Abdul-Tawab
Abdul-Tawab is a Muslim boy name meaning “Servant of the Accepter of Repentance”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Accepter of Repentance |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عبد التواب |
| Pronunciation | ab-dul-taw-WAAB |
| Arabic root | ت و ب (t-w-b) — to turn back, to repent |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Tawab
Abdul-Tawab is ʿAbd al-Tawwāb, 'servant of the One who constantly accepts repentance'. Al-Tawwāb is an intensive form: God turns back to His servants in mercy every time they turn to Him. The name is especially common in Egypt, where it is often written Abdel Tawab, and in Pakistan and India.
Is Abdul-Tawab a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Tawab is a Muslim name formed with al-Tawwāb, the Accepter of Repentance, one of the Names of God.
Is Abdul-Tawab in the Quran?
Al-Tawwāb is in the story of Adam: 'Indeed, He is the Accepter of Repentance, the Merciful' (Quran 2:37).
Where is the name Abdul-Tawab used?
Common in Egypt and South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Tawab mean?
Abdul-Tawab means 'Servant of the Accepter of Repentance'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Abdul-Tawab a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Tawab is a Muslim name formed with al-Tawwāb, the Accepter of Repentance, one of the Names of God.
How do you write Abdul-Tawab in Arabic?
Abdul-Tawab is written عبد التواب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abdul-Tawab?
Abdul-Tawab is pronounced ab-dul-taw-WAAB.
Is Abdul-Tawab mentioned in the Quran?
Al-Tawwāb is in the story of Adam: 'Indeed, He is the Accepter of Repentance, the Merciful' (Quran 2:37).