Abdul Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAB-dool / æbˈdulArabic
Meaning
Servant of (God)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Abdul is derived from the Arabic word 'Abd', meaning 'servant' or 'slave'. It is often used in combination with one of the names of God in Islam, such as Abdul Rahman (servant of the Most Merciful). The name is common in Muslim communities around the world. It reflects a deep religious significance and devotion.
Trend Summary
The name Abdul has maintained a steady presence in the U.S. but is more prevalent in Muslim-majority countries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Abdallah
International Variants
- Abdallah (Arabic)
- Abdoul (French)
- Abdallah (Swahili)
Famous people named Abdul
Abdul Jabbar: A retired American basketball player, widely regarded as one of the greatest in NBA history.
Abdul Sattar Edhi: A Pakistani philanthropist and humanitarian known for his extensive charitable work.
Abdul Rahman Al-Sumait: A Kuwaiti physician and philanthropist who dedicated his life to humanitarian efforts in Africa.
Abdul Qadeer Khan: A Pakistani nuclear scientist known for his role in developing Pakistan's nuclear program.
Fictional characters named Abdul
Abdul: A character in the animated series 'The Simpsons' who appears in various episodes.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Abdul was first seen in the United States in 1930. Abdul has ranked as high as #921 nationally, which occurred in 1975, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Abdul has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Abdul (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 14 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| MD | 7 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 10 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 15 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 12 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 20 |
| 1968 | 27 |
| 1969 | 33 |
| 1970 | 43 |
| 1971 | 49 |
| 1972 | 98 |
| 1973 | 86 |
| 1974 | 81 |
| 1975 | 157 |
| 1976 | 157 |
| 1977 | 147 |
| 1978 | 106 |
| 1979 | 128 |
| 1980 | 104 |
| 1981 | 95 |
| 1982 | 91 |
| 1983 | 103 |
| 1984 | 79 |
| 1985 | 60 |
| 1986 | 61 |
| 1987 | 64 |
| 1988 | 67 |
| 1989 | 93 |
| 1990 | 121 |
| 1991 | 127 |
| 1992 | 122 |
| 1993 | 107 |
| 1994 | 125 |
| 1995 | 126 |
| 1996 | 136 |
| 1997 | 153 |
| 1998 | 142 |
| 1999 | 140 |
| 2000 | 135 |
| 2001 | 137 |
| 2002 | 145 |
| 2003 | 153 |
| 2004 | 112 |
| 2005 | 123 |
| 2006 | 122 |
| 2007 | 124 |
| 2008 | 126 |
| 2009 | 127 |
| 2010 | 102 |
| 2011 | 114 |
| 2012 | 116 |
| 2013 | 114 |
| 2014 | 104 |
| 2015 | 122 |
| 2016 | 127 |
| 2017 | 132 |
| 2018 | 120 |
| 2019 | 108 |
| 2020 | 111 |
| 2021 | 88 |
| 2022 | 105 |
| 2023 | 93 |
| 2024 | 89 |