Abdul
Abdul (name) means a male given name from Arabic used by Muslims.
Word forms
Abduls plural
Etymology
From Arabic عَبْد (ʕabd, “servant [of]”) + ال (al-, “the”).
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Abdul” mean?
The word “Abdul” means a male given name from Arabic used by Muslims.
How do you pronounce “Abdul”?
“Abdul” is pronounced AB-duul (/əbˈdʊl/ in IPA).
What part of speech is “Abdul”?
Depending on how it is used, “Abdul” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Abdul” come from?
The word “Abdul” comes from Arabic. From Arabic عَبْد (ʕabd, “servant [of]”) + ال (al-, “the”).
Is “Abdul” a common word?
“Abdul” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Abdul” have?
“Abdul” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a male given name from Arabic used by Muslims.
Is Abdul usually a complete first name or part of a longer name?
Abdul is frequently the first part of a compound Arabic name, such as Abdul Rahman or Abdul Aziz, where it is joined to another word describing a quality of God. In some regions and communities, however, Abdul is also used on its own as a complete given name.
Why is Abdul often paired with another word in a full name?
Abdul comes from Arabic and literally functions as "servant of," so it is traditionally combined with one of the names or attributes of God to form a complete name, as in Abdul-Karim ("servant of the Generous"). When used alone, Abdul is treated as a standalone given name rather than this compound form.
Is Abdul used as a general word for a Muslim man as well as a name?
Yes, beyond its use as a given name, Abdul has also been used informally as a general noun referring to a Muslim man. This broader, generic use is separate from its primary role as a personal name.
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