Rising since 2018.
Popularity of Abdulai since 2000
Babies named Abdulai per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 41 |
| 2010s | 42 |
| 2020s | 25 |
Meaning & origin
Abdulai is a masculine name of Arabic origin, widespread in West African Muslim communities. In the United States, the name first appeared on the Social Security Administration's baby name list in 2000 and has been gradually climbing in usage, particularly since 2018. It reached its peak popularity in 2003, though it remains uncommon nationwide. The name's trajectory shows a sustained rise over the past several years, indicating growing appeal among families seeking a name with strong religious and cultural roots.
Abdulai is a West African variant of the Arabic name Abdullah, composed of 'abd' (servant) and 'Allah' (God). It is especially common among Muslim communities in Ghana, Sierra Leone, and other parts of West Africa. The name reflects deep religious devotion and has been used for centuries as a given name honoring God.
“Abdulai” around the world
Where Abdulai lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Abdul, Abdu, Lai
Variants: Abdallah, Abdullah, Abdoulaye, Abdoulie, Abduallah
Sibling names for Abdulai
Names that share Abdulai's style, for a brother or sister.
