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Abdul

Boy name · 392 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Abdul: 392 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 18 births in 2014.

Abdul is a name of Arabic origin, meaning “servant of the,” traditionally completed with one of the 99 names of God in Islam, such as Abdur-Rahman or Abdullah. In Scotland, the name has been given on its own since the 1980s, often reflecting the country’s growing multicultural community. Two notable bearers include Abdul Sattar Edhi, the revered Pakistani philanthropist who built a vast network of ambulances and shelters, and India’s former president Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, a beloved scientist known as the “Missile Man.” There are no major Scottish places named after Abdul, but the variant Abdoul is sometimes seen. Culturally, the name carries deep religious significance and humility, making it a meaningful choice for families honouring Islamic tradition while embracing Scottish life.