Abdulla
Abdulla is a Muslim boy name meaning “Servant of God”.
| Meaning | Servant of God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عبد الله |
| Pronunciation | ab-DUL-lah |
| Arabic root | ع ب د (ʿ-b-d) — to worship, to serve |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abdulla
Abdulla is a spelling of ʿAbd Allāh, 'servant of God', the name the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ described as among the most beloved to Allah. It was the name of the Prophet's father and of many Companions, including ʿAbdullah ibn Masʿud and ʿAbdullah ibn ʿAbbas. The spelling Abdulla without a final h is common in the UAE and Central Asia.
Is Abdulla a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdulla is one of the most loved Muslim names. The Prophet ﷺ said that ʿAbdullah and ʿAbd al-Rahman are the names most beloved to Allah.
Is Abdulla in the Quran?
The Quran calls the Prophet 'the servant of Allah (ʿabdullāh)' in the verse 'And when the servant of Allah stood up supplicating Him' (Quran 72:19).
Where is the name Abdulla used?
Used in every Muslim community; the Abdulla spelling is typical of the UAE, Uzbekistan and the Caucasus.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdulla mean?
Abdulla means 'Servant of God'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Abdulla a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdulla is one of the most loved Muslim names. The Prophet ﷺ said that ʿAbdullah and ʿAbd al-Rahman are the names most beloved to Allah.
How do you write Abdulla in Arabic?
Abdulla is written عبد الله in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abdulla?
Abdulla is pronounced ab-DUL-lah.
Is Abdulla mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran calls the Prophet 'the servant of Allah (ʿabdullāh)' in the verse 'And when the servant of Allah stood up supplicating Him' (Quran 72:19).