Abdirahman
Abdirahman is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Servant of the Most Gracious (God).
Origin and history
Abdirahman is a male given name of Arabic origin, representing a common transliteration of Abd al-Rahman. It is widely used in Somali-speaking communities and across the Muslim world. In the United States, it has seen steady usage over recent decades, particularly in regions with vibrant East African diaspora populations.
Popularity in the United States
2,175 babies in the United States have been named Abdirahman since 1880. It ranks #2771 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1594.
States where it is most popular
- MN (69.3 %)
- OH (16.8 %)
- WA (6.3 %)
- CA (2.6 %)
- CO (1.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 105 |
| 2000-2010 | 619 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,118 |
| 2020-2029 | 333 |
Famous people named Abdirahman
- Abdirahman Mahmoud Farole: Politician, President of Puntland
Fun facts
- The name combines 'Abd' (servant), 'al' (the), and 'Rahman' (Most Gracious), one of the ninety-nine divine names in Islamic tradition.
- While used across the Islamic world, the spelling Abdirahman is particularly prevalent in Somalia and East African diaspora communities.