Abdel
Arabic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Abdel
The name 'Abdel' is a shortened form of 'Abd al-', meaning "servant of the" in Arabic, derived from the Semitic root 'ʿ-B-D' (to serve or worship).
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Etymology
The name 'Abdel' is a shortened form of 'Abd al-', meaning "servant of the" in Arabic, derived from the Semitic root 'ʿ-B-D' (to serve or worship). It is predominantly used in Islamic cultures as part of theophoric names (e.g., Abdel Rahman), with historical significance as a common prefix in Arabic naming traditions honoring God's attributes.
Abdel currently ranks #6,145 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2017.
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