Abdullatif
Meaningservant of the Gentle One · Arabic
Abdullatif is an Arabic boy name meaning “servant of the Gentle One”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Abdullatif would score 16 points, thanks largely to the F (worth 4).
- GenerationAbdullatif peaked in 1981, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Abdullatif you'd meet today is about 44 years old.
- HistoryAbdullatif first shows up in US birth records in 1981, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 44 years since.
US births per million boys, 1981–2025
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About the name Abdullatif
Abdullatif is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “servant of the Gentle One”. With 4 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1980s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Arabic names
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Questions about the name Abdullatif
What does the name Abdullatif mean?
Abdullatif means “servant of the Gentle One” and comes from Arabic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Deacon (“servant, messenger”), Abdiel (“servant of God”), Abdullah (“servant of God”) and Mordechai (“servant of Marduk”).
What is the origin of the name Abdullatif?
Abdullatif is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Caleb (“dog, faithful”), Silas (“of the forest”), Aaron (“possibly exalted”) and Amir (“prince, commander”).
Is Abdullatif a boy or girl name?
Abdullatif is a boy name.
How popular is the name Abdullatif?
Abdullatif is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2022. It peaked at #6,262 in 1981, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Abdullatif?
If you like Abdullatif, you might also like Deacon, Abdiel, Abdullah and Mordechai.
What should I know before naming my baby Abdullatif?
Abdullatif is an Arabic boy name meaning “servant of the Gentle One”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.