Abdullah
/ʕab.duɫ.ˈɫaːh/
Abdullah is an Arabic name composed of ‘abd (servant) and Allah (God), meaning “servant of God.” It is considered one of the most honoured names in Islam.
The Prophet Muhammad’s father was named Abdullah, giving the name foundational importance in Islamic tradition. It has been borne by kings, scholars, and saints across the Muslim world.
Abdullah peaked at No. 635 in 2014 with 413 births. In 2024 it ranks No. 781 with 320 births, declining modestly from its mid-2010s high.
What the name Abdullah means
King Abdullah II of Jordan and Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz carried the name on the world stage. Poet Abdullah Ibrahim adds artistic distinction.
Three syllables—ab-DUL-lah—carry devotional weight. The stressed middle syllable and soft ending give it a rhythmic, prayer-like cadence.
Muslim families in the US choose Abdullah for its supreme Islamic significance. It ranks among the most recommended names in prophetic tradition.
The name’s direct invocation of God’s name distinguishes it from other Arabic choices. Parents view naming a child Abdullah as an act of faith itself.
US popularity over time
Numerology and symbolism
Based on Pythagorean numerology — a traditional system linking name letters to numbers. Presented for cultural interest.
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