Abdur

This is a variation of the very popular Muslim boys name and is fairly common in many countries around the world. It is for parents who hope that their son grows up to be pious and faithful to God.

Detailed Meaning

Abdur is a variant of the Arabic name Abdul, which is short for Abdullah, meaning “servant.” It is commonly followed by a second Muslim theophoric (God-invoking) name, such as Rahman or Razzaq, to make Abdul Rahman or Abdul Razzaq.

Famous People With This Name

Abdur is not a very common given name on its own, but Abdul is a much more popular choice: Abdul “Duke” Fakir is an American musician, Abdul Hodge is an American football linebacker, Abdul Salis is a British actor and Abdul Vas is a Venezuelan artist.

Possible Nicknames

Some possible nickname options include “Abby” (although that is a girl’s name) or perhaps “Dur” or “Durry,” even.

Related Names

Related names include: Abdul, Abdal, Abdel, Abdil, Abdol, Abdool and Abdoul.

Stories Featuring This Name

Abdulmalik is one of ninety-nine names of God in the Qur’an, and was one of the theophoric names that invokes the name of God.