Abdulla is a form of Abd Allah in several languages, as well as an alternate transcription of the Arabic name. It is a masculine given name and surname derived from the Arabic ʿabd meaning "servant" and Allah, together meaning "servant of Allah." The name is deeply rooted in Islamic tradition, as Abd Allah was the name of the Prophet Muhammad's father, who died before his son's birth. Etymology and Linguistic Variants The name Abdulla is used across a wide range of languages and cultures, including Arabic, Azerbaijani, Dhivehi, Kazakh, Kyrgyz, Uyghur, and Uzbek. In each of these languages, it retains the same core meaning. Variants include Abdullah (common in Arabic and Urdu), Abdollah (Persian), Abdulah (Bosnian), and Abdullaahi (Fula). In Uzbek, the forms Abdullo and Abdulloh are also used. The name has also given rise to surnames such as Abdullayev and Abdullaeva in Uzbek and other Central Asian cultures. Distribution and Demographics According to the 2010 United States Census, Abdulla is the 16,502nd most common surname in the United States, with 1,741 bearers. It is most common among White (59.1%), Black or African American (13.9%), Asian or Pacific Islander (11.37%), and Multi-racial (10.63%) individuals. This distribution reflects the name's presence in diverse communities, including those of Arab, South Asian, and African descent. Cultural Significance As a theophoric name meaning "servant of God," Abdulla is a popular choice among Muslims worldwide. It embodies a core Islamic concept of servitude to Allah and is often given to express piety. The name's prevalence across many languages and regions—from the Balkans to Central Asia and the Maldives—highlights its enduring appeal within the global Muslim community. Meaning: "Servant of Allah" Origin: Arabic Type: Given name and surname Usage regions: Arabic-speaking world, Azerbaijan, Maldives, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Xinjiang (China)