Qudus
Qudus is a Muslim boy name meaning “The Most Holy (short for ʿAbd al-Quddūs)”.
| Meaning | The Most Holy (short for ʿAbd al-Quddūs) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Yoruba usage |
| Arabic spelling | قدوس |
| Pronunciation | KOO-doos |
| Arabic root | ق د س (q-d-s) — holiness, purity |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Qudus
Qudus is a Nigerian short form of ʿAbd al-Quddūs, 'servant of the Most Holy'. Because al-Quddūs is a name of God, many scholars advise using it with ʿAbd rather than alone. Al-Quds, 'the Holy', is also the Arabic name of Jerusalem.
Is Qudus a Muslim name?
Yes, Qudus is used by Muslim families as a short form of Abdul Quddus; since al-Quddus is a name of God, many prefer the full form.
Is Qudus in the Quran?
Al-Quddūs appears in 'He is Allah... the Sovereign, the Pure (al-Quddūs)' (Quran 59:23).
Where is the name Qudus used?
Used among Yoruba Muslims in south-western Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Qudus mean?
Qudus means 'The Most Holy (short for ʿAbd al-Quddūs)'. It comes from Arabic, Yoruba usage.
Is Qudus a Muslim name?
Yes, Qudus is used by Muslim families as a short form of Abdul Quddus; since al-Quddus is a name of God, many prefer the full form.
How do you write Qudus in Arabic?
Qudus is written قدوس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Qudus?
Qudus is pronounced KOO-doos.
Is Qudus mentioned in the Quran?
Al-Quddūs appears in 'He is Allah... the Sovereign, the Pure (al-Quddūs)' (Quran 59:23).