Abdel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Abdel' originates from Arabic and means 'servant of God'. It has evolved from forms like 'Abd' and 'Abdul', reflecting its deep cultural and religious significance. The name is commonly used in Islamic contexts and has gained popularity since the advent of Islam. It evokes traits of devotion and respect, while having no direct biblical relevance.
The name Abdel is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Abdel has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Abdel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5274th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5006th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4834th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3812th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Abdel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Abdel"
Pronunciation
/æbˈdɛl/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name 'Abdel' is derived from Arabic, meaning 'servant of' or 'slave of'. It is often combined with one of the names of God in Islam, such as 'Abdul' followed by one of the 99 names of Allah.
Meaning
servant of God
Language Evolution
Abd, Abdul, Abdel
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Islamic world after the rise of Islam in the 7th century and has remained common in various Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Abdul, Abdallah, Abdelkader
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Abdel is perceived as a traditional and respected name in Arabic-speaking cultures, often associated with spirituality and devotion.
Famous People
Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, Abdel Rahman al-Sadiq, Abdel-Aziz Bouteflika
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Abdel"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Abdel"
"Abdel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5274th of 10718 | 59 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5006th of 16616 | 144 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4834th of 24088 | 274 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3812th of 23106 | 338 |
Regional Popularity of "Abdel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
50.91% 3723rd/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
44.44% 3032nd/6822 |
49.11% 3082nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Abdel" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Abdel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Abdel" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.