Abdi: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahbd-ee
Origin: Somalia
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Africa
Meaning: Of Somali origin, meaning "my servant" or short for Abdillahi, meaning "servant of God."

Abdi is a versatile name with diverse origins and meanings. It has Arabic roots, derived from the term 'abd,' meaning 'servant.' This name is also associated with Hebrew, which translates to 'my servant,' and Somali, which means 'hope.' Abdi has been used as a given name, middle name, and surname, reflecting its cultural significance across various regions. The name's profound meaning of submission to God or Allah makes it spiritually significant, embodying a universal theme of hope and commitment to divine servitude.

Abdi Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Abdi is currently #14754 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Abdi is currently #14754 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Abdi is currently #7169 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Abdi is currently #7169 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Abdi is currently #7509 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Abdi is currently #7509 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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