Abdulfatai
Abdulfatai is a Muslim boy name meaning “Servant of the Opener”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Opener |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Yoruba form |
| Arabic spelling | عبد الفتاح |
| Pronunciation | ab-dool-fah-TAH-ee |
| Arabic root | ف ت ح (f-t-ḥ) — to open, to grant victory |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abdulfatai
Abdulfatai is the Yoruba form of ʿAbd al-Fattāḥ, 'servant of the Opener', al-Fattāḥ being the name of God who opens the doors of mercy and judges between people. Yoruba drops the final ḥ and adds -i, so Fattāḥ becomes Fatai. It is very common in south-western Nigeria, both in full and as Fatai.
Is Abdulfatai a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdulfatai is the Yoruba form of Abdul Fattah, servant of al-Fattah, a name of God.
Is Abdulfatai in the Quran?
'And He is the Knowing Judge (al-Fattāḥ)' (Quran 34:26).
Where is the name Abdulfatai used?
Very common among Yoruba Muslims in south-western Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdulfatai mean?
Abdulfatai means 'Servant of the Opener'. It comes from Arabic, Yoruba form.
Is Abdulfatai a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdulfatai is the Yoruba form of Abdul Fattah, servant of al-Fattah, a name of God.
How do you write Abdulfatai in Arabic?
Abdulfatai is written عبد الفتاح in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abdulfatai?
Abdulfatai is pronounced ab-dool-fah-TAH-ee.
Is Abdulfatai mentioned in the Quran?
'And He is the Knowing Judge (al-Fattāḥ)' (Quran 34:26).