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Abdülkadir
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The first name Abdülkadir is a less common form of Abdulkadir and originates from Turkish, derived from the Arabic name Abd al-Qadir (عبد القادر). Translated, the name means 'the servant of the powerful (God)' or 'the servant of Allah'.
What does the name Abdülkadir mean?
Abdülkadir is a rare variant of the name Abdulkadir, which in turn derives from the Arabic Abd al-Qadir (عبد القادر). The meaning is 'the servant of the powerful (God)' or in a religious context 'the servant of Allah' or 'the servant of the Almighty', who is capable of doing anything and the holder of all power and authority. Al-Kadir or al-Qadir is one of the 99 names of Allah. The name is composed of the Arabic components abd (عبد) for 'the servant', 'the slave', 'the subordinate' and al (ال) for 'the' as well as qadir (قادر) for 'powerful', 'capable', 'strong', and 'high-performing'. A North African variant is Abdelkader. Additionally, the name can also occur as a surname.
Where does the name Abdülkadir come from?
The name Abdülkadir has Arabic roots and means 'the servant of the powerful'.
How do you pronounce Abdülkadir?
The pronunciation of Abdülkadir is four syllables and rhythmically structured. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Ab-dül-ka-dir' [abdyːlkaˈdiːʁ]. The combination of light and dark vowels creates a harmonious sound. The stressed 'k' in the middle provides a clear accent, while the long 'i' at the end offers a gentle extension. Thus, Abdülkadir appears balanced with a clear center and a calm conclusion.
Popularity
In Germany, Abdülkadir is a rare first name. In 2023, it ranked 5,488th on the list of the most popular male first names. Its best ranking was in 2011, reaching 2,275th place. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 20 times, placing it 6,103rd in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, Abdülkadir ranks 5,629th.
Nicknames & pet names
Abdul
Famous people
- Abdülkadir Kayali (football player)
- Abdülkadir Kocak (boxer)
- Abdülkadir Köroglu (boxer)
- Abdülkadir Parmak (football player)
- Abdülkadir Pirhasan (writer)
- Ibrahim Abdülkadir Mericboyu (poet)
Frequently asked questions about the name Abdülkadir
What is the origin of the name Abdülkadir?
The name Abdülkadir has Arabic roots and is a variant of the name Abdulkadir. It consists of the Arabic words for 'the servant' and 'powerful'.
What does the name Abdülkadir mean?
The meaning of Abdülkadir is 'the servant of the powerful' or 'the servant of Allah'. The name emphasizes the connection to divine power.
How popular is the name Abdülkadir?
Abdülkadir is a rare name, primarily found in Arabic-speaking and Turkish cultures. However, it is gaining popularity in some regions.