Abdull
About Abdull
Abdull is a masculine name primarily found in Muslim communities. It is a variant spelling of Abdul, which derives from Arabic and means 'servant of' or 'slave of.' Traditionally, Abdul is used as a prefix followed by one of the 99 attributes of Allah in Islamic tradition, forming names like Abdul Rahman ('servant of the Compassionate'). As a standalone name, Abdull is less common but maintains the spiritual significance associated with devotion and service to God. The slight variation in spelling gives the name a distinctive quality while preserving its religious heritage. Abdull has gained some popularity in diverse communities across Africa, the Middle East, and among Muslim families worldwide.
Pronounced ab-DUL.
As of October 2026, Abdull ranked #6266 in US births in 1981 SSA.
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Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.