Abedallah is a name of Arabic origin, derived from the word "Abd-Allah", which means "servant of Allah". It is composed of two parts: "Abd" meaning servant or slave, and "Allah" meaning God in Arabic. Therefore, Abedallah signifies one who is a servant or devoted to Allah.
The name Abedallah has a rich history dating back to ancient Arabia. In Islamic tradition, it was the name given to individuals who were born into slavery but later gained their freedom through faith and devotion to Islam. Over time, however, it became more common as a personal name rather than just an honorific title.
One of the most notable figures with the name Abedallah was Abu Bakr Abdallah ibn Muhammad ibn Ali ibn Musa al-Rida (861-934), who was the eighth Imam of Shia Islam. He was known for his wisdom, patience, and devotion to Allah, qualities that embody the spirit of the name Abedallah.
Today, Abedallah is still widely used as a given name in many Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim communities around the world. It continues to be associated with the ideals of devotion, service, and faith in Allah.
Statistics on the given name Abedallah in the United States are as follows:
In the year 1990, there were 5 babies named Abedallah. Four years later, in 1994, this number remained constant with another 5 babies being named Abedallah.
There was a slight increase in the number of babies named Abedallah in 2006, with 6 newborns receiving this name that year.
In total, over these three years, there were 16 babies named Abedallah in the United States.