Find out how popular the first name Abdel has been for the last 49 years (from 1975 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Abdel by gender

Based on the last 49 years of data, Abdel is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 21 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Abdel.

The history of the first name Abdel

The name Abdel has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "abd," meaning "servant" or "slave," and is often used as a prefix in combination with other words, typically referring to a servant or devotee of a particular entity.

Historically, the name Abdel has been associated with Islam and the Arab world. It has been used in various forms, such as Abdul, Abdallah, and Abdullah, which translate to "servant of God" or "servant of Allah." The name has a significant presence in Islamic literature and texts, including the Quran and hadith.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Abdel can be found in the 7th century, during the time of the Prophet Muhammad and the early years of Islam. For example, Abdullah ibn Masud was a prominent companion of the Prophet and is considered one of the most respected scholars of the Quran.

Throughout history, there have been several notable figures who bore the name Abdel or its variations. Here are five examples:

1. Abdel Halim Hafez (1929-1977), an Egyptian singer, actor, and composer who was widely regarded as one of the greatest Arab musicians of the 20th century.

2. Abdel Nasser (1918-1970), the second President of Egypt, who played a pivotal role in the Arab nationalist movement and the 1952 Egyptian revolution.

3. Abdel Malik (646-705), the fifth Caliph of the Umayyad Caliphate, who ruled from 685 to 705 CE and is known for expanding the Islamic empire into parts of North Africa and the Iberian Peninsula.

4. Abdel Qadir al-Jilani (1077-1166), a Sufi mystic and scholar who founded the Qadiri order, one of the most influential Sufi orders in Islam.

5. Abdel Rahman I (731-788), the founder of the Umayyad dynasty in Cordoba, Spain, and the first ruler of the independent Muslim state in the Iberian Peninsula.

The name Abdel has maintained its significance within the Arab and Islamic world, being used across various regions and time periods. Its deep-rooted connection to the Arabic language and Islamic heritage has contributed to its enduring popularity and cultural significance.

Data source

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