Abdulrahman Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAb-dul-rah-man / æb.dʊl.ræˈmɑːnArabic
Meaning
Servant of the Most Merciful
Historical & Cultural Background
Abdulrahman is a compound name derived from 'Abdul', meaning 'servant of', and 'Rahman', one of the names of God in Islam meaning 'the Most Merciful'. The name is commonly used in Muslim cultures and reflects devotion and servitude to God. It has historical significance in Islamic tradition, often associated with notable figures in Islamic history.
Trend Summary
Abdulrahman has seen moderate popularity in various Muslim communities but is less common in the broader U.S. naming trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Abdul
- Rahman
International Variants
- Abd al-Rahman (Arabic)
- Abdurrahman (Turkish)
- Abdul Rahman (Malay)
Famous people named Abdulrahman
Abdulrahman Wahid was an Indonesian politician who served as the fourth President of Indonesia.
Abdulrahman Al-Sumait was a Kuwaiti physician and philanthropist known for his humanitarian work in Africa.
Abdulrahman ibn Awf was a companion of the Prophet Muhammad and a prominent figure in early Islamic history.
Abdulrahman Mohamed was a notable Somali poet and writer.
Fictional characters named Abdulrahman
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Abdulrahman was first seen in the United States in 1978. Abdulrahman has ranked as high as #1268 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Michigan, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Abdulrahman has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Abdulrahman (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 13 | |
| MI | 12 | |
| CA | 11 | |
| IL | 11 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 24 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 32 |
| 1993 | 36 |
| 1994 | 23 |
| 1995 | 36 |
| 1996 | 39 |
| 1997 | 37 |
| 1998 | 52 |
| 1999 | 53 |
| 2000 | 57 |
| 2001 | 65 |
| 2002 | 59 |
| 2003 | 58 |
| 2004 | 52 |
| 2005 | 68 |
| 2006 | 63 |
| 2007 | 74 |
| 2008 | 74 |
| 2009 | 89 |
| 2010 | 87 |
| 2011 | 89 |
| 2012 | 105 |
| 2013 | 142 |
| 2014 | 124 |
| 2015 | 138 |
| 2016 | 155 |
| 2017 | 140 |
| 2018 | 143 |
| 2019 | 115 |
| 2020 | 78 |
| 2021 | 87 |
| 2022 | 82 |
| 2023 | 103 |
| 2024 | 97 |