Rising since 1988, #2,258 for boys today.
Popularity of Abdallah since 1976
Babies named Abdallah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 19 |
| 1980s | 98 |
| 1990s | 264 |
| 2000s | 450 |
| 2010s | 547 |
| 2020s | 277 |
Meaning & origin
Abdallah was first recorded in U.S. births in 1976 and has been rising in use since 1988, peaking in 2018. In 2025, it ranked 2258 with a 1-in-27550 birth rate, reflecting its steady growth among families with Arabic and Muslim heritage. The name is most popular in New Jersey, Illinois, and California, states with large Muslim communities. As a direct appeal to religious devotion, Abdallah remains a meaningful choice for those seeking a name with deep spiritual significance.
Abdallah (also Abdullah) is an Arabic name meaning 'servant of God,' derived from 'abd' (servant) and 'Allah' (God). It is a theophoric name common among Muslims, reflecting submission to God. The name appears in the Quran and has been widely used across the Arabic-speaking and Muslim world for centuries.
Where Abdallah is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Abdallah” around the world
Where Abdallah lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
175
babies in 2024
Quebec
8
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Abdi, Abdul, Abe
Sibling names for Abdallah
Names that share Abdallah's style, for a brother or sister.
