Cabdullahi

Meaning & Etymology

servant of Allah

servant of Allah

Etymology

Derived from Arabic ‘Abdullah’ (عبد الله), composed of ‘abd (servant) and Allah (God).

Linguistic family: Afro-Asiatic > Cushitic > East Cushitic > Somali

Cultural context

In Somali culture, the name reflects the strong Islamic influence and the importance of piety and submission to Allah.

Symbolism

The name symbolises devotion and submission to God, reflecting the Islamic values held by the Somali people.

Religious reference

Quranic reference to Allah

Related names

• Abdullah (Arabic)
• Abdoullahi (Hausa)
• Abduulahi (Swahili)
• Abdulleh (Wolof)