Rising since 1989, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Abdalla since 1973
Babies named Abdalla per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2007, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Abdalla's real moment was 2024.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 12 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 50 |
| 2000s | 124 |
| 2010s | 132 |
| 2020s | 75 |
Meaning & origin
Abdalla is a variant spelling of the widely recognized Arabic name Abdullah, meaning 'servant of God.' It first appeared in U.S. records in 1973 and has been steadily rising in use since 1989. In 2025, the name ranked 8,243, with a frequency of 1 in 189,786 births, and reached its peak popularity that same year. While it does not have a strong association with any particular U.S. state based on Social Security data, the name is common in Muslim communities globally. Its straightforward meaning and religious significance make it a meaningful choice for families seeking a name with deep spiritual roots.
Abdalla is a variant transliteration of the Arabic name Abdullah, composed of 'abd (servant) and Allah (God). It is a theophoric name common across the Muslim world, often given to express devotion. The spelling Abdalla is frequent in East Africa and the Horn of Africa, influenced by Swahili and local orthographies.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Abdi, Dalla
Sibling names for Abdalla
Names that share Abdalla's style, for a brother or sister.
