Abdurrahman Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Abdurrahman is an Arabic name that means 'Servant of the Most Merciful'. It has evolved from its original Arabic form and has been used throughout Islamic history. The name is associated with traits of mercy and devotion, and it does not have a biblical background. Its usage has increased due to its significance in Islamic culture and notable historical figures.
The name Abdurrahman is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Abdurrahman has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Abdurrahman' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6435th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3265th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3157th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Abdurrahman' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Abdurrahman"
Pronunciation
/æb.dʊrˈrɑː.mən/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Abdurrahman is derived from the Arabic elements 'Abd', meaning 'servant', and 'Rahman', meaning 'the Most Merciful', one of the names of God in Islam.
Meaning
Servant of the Most Merciful
Language Evolution
عبد الرحمن (ʿAbd al-Raḥmān), Abdur Rahman, Abdurrahman
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Islamic world due to its religious significance and association with historical figures, particularly during the early Islamic period.
Variants & Derivatives
Abd al-Rahman, Abdur Rahman, Abdul Rahman
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Abdurrahman is a widely used name in Muslim communities and is often associated with piety and devotion.
Famous People
Abdurrahman Wahid, former President of Indonesia, Abdurrahman ibn Awf, one of the companions of the Prophet Muhammad
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Abdurrahman"
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 "Abdurrahman"
"Abdurrahman" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6435th of 16616 | 92 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3265th of 24088 | 483 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3157th of 23106 | 443 |
Regional Popularity of "Abdurrahman" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
60.28% 2762nd/4582 |
44.42% 2294th/5164 |
50.91% 3723rd/7313 |
46.74% 3488th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
65.76% 2620th/3984 |
47.16% 2116th/4487 |
53.28% 3635th/6822 |
63.67% 3996th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Abdurrahman" 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 "Abdurrahman"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Abdurrahman" 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.