Abdullah

عبد الله
/ ab-doo-LAH /
Gender
Boy
Origin
🇸🇴 Somalia
Religion
Islam
First Seen
Trait
Pious

Meaning & Etymology

servant of God

servant of God

Etymology

Derived from the Arabic ‘Abd’ (servant) and ‘Allah’ (God).

Linguistic family: Afro-Asiatic > Semitic > Central Semitic > Arabic

Cultural context

In Somali culture, the name Abdullah is highly respected and commonly given to boys as it reflects the Islamic faith and devotion to God.

Symbolism

The name symbolizes piety, submission to God, and a commitment to Islamic values.

Religious reference

The name is derived from the Arabic 'Abdullah', meaning 'servant of Allah'

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