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Abdulrahman is a male first name that is considered one of the many variants of the name Abdurrahman. It carries the meaning 'the servant of the gracious God' as well as 'the servant of the Most Merciful'.
What does the name Abdulrahman mean?
The name Abdulrahman is a form of the name Abdurrahman and means 'the servant of the gracious God' or 'the servant of the Most Merciful'. Occasionally, the interpretation 'the servant of Allah' is also used. The origin of the name lies in Arabic, derived from the terms abd, which means 'the servant', 'the slave', or 'the servant', and rahim, which can be translated as 'kind' or 'compassionate'. The original form of the name is Abd al-Rahman or ʿAbd al-Raḥmān (عبد الرحمن). The first name is also described as the son of Allah, as Rahman (el Rahman) is one of the many names for Allah in the Quran. Variants of the name include Rahman, Rahmaan, Abdurahman, Abderrahmane, and Abderrahman.
Where does the name Abdulrahman come from?
The first name Abdulrahman has Arabic roots and means 'the servant of the Most Merciful' or 'the servant of the gracious God'. The components of the word consist of abd, which means 'the servant', 'the servant', or 'the slave', and rahim, which means 'kind' or 'compassionate'. In the Arabic language, rahim can also carry the meaning 'to have mercy' or 'to be gracious'.
How do you pronounce Abdulrahman?
The pronunciation of Abdulrahman is powerful and consists of four to five syllables. In the German pronunciation, the name is usually articulated as 'Ab-dul-rah-man' [abdulˈʁaːman], starting with a distinctive consonant sequence that gives the name weight. The stressed syllable '-rah-' has a long A sound, while the ending '-man' provides a stable conclusion. Abdulrahman conveys a traditional and impressive impression – a name with a full sound and clear presence.
Popularity
In Germany, the name Abdulrahman enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 594th on the list of the most common male first names. Its highest placement was in 2020 at 545th. Over the last ten years, Abdulrahman has been given as a first name about 730 times, placing it 680th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 740th. Worldwide, the popularity of the name Abdulrahman varies.
Nicknames & pet names
Abudi / Abul / Rahman
Similar first names
Famous people
- Abdul Rahman (1903-1990, 1st Prime Minister of Malaysia)
Frequently asked questions about the name Abdulrahman
What is the origin of the name Abdulrahman?
The first name Abdulrahman has Arabic roots and is derived from the terms 'abd' for 'the servant' and 'rahim' for 'kind' or 'compassionate'.
What does the name Abdulrahman mean?
Abdulrahman means 'the servant of the Most Merciful' or 'the servant of the gracious God'.
How popular is the name Abdulrahman?
The name Abdulrahman enjoys great popularity in many countries with a Muslim population and is often used in various variants.