99 Names of Allah (Al Asma Ul Husna) - Meaning & Explanation

In Islam, we believe in one God, Allah. He is special and perfect. We know Him by His many beautiful names. These names help us understand how great and kind He is.

Learning and thinking about Allah's 99 names (called Al-Asma-ul-Husna) is a way to show our love for Him. It helps us feel closer to Him. The Holy Quran tells us:

Knowing Allah's names makes our hearts full of love, hope, and trust in Him. It helps us see His kindness (Ar-Rahman), His wisdom (Al-Hakeem), and His power (Al-Qadeer).

Why Learn Allah's Names?

When we use Allah's names in our prayers, they become more meaningful. It's like talking to a friend using their special qualities. You can learn more about making sincere prayers by checking out our guide on Dua Hajat.

Where Do We Find These Names?

These names come from reliable Islamic books:

• The Holy Quran: Many verses mention Allah's names, like Ar-Rahman (The Most Kind) in Quran 1:1. You can find beautiful recitations, like Surah Waqiah in English, to help you feel closer to the Quran.
• Hadith: The sayings of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) also speak about these names.
• Scholarly Books: Wise scholars have written books to help us understand each name better.

Good Things from Learning the Names

• It helps us truly believe in Allah alone.
• It makes our prayers more humble and heartfelt.
• Our wishes become stronger when we use His names.
• It helps us feel very close to Allah. If you're going on a journey, don't forget the importance of Safar Ki Dua.

Easy Steps to Learn the Names

• Try to learn a few names and their meanings each day.
• Think about how each name shows Allah's greatness in your life.
• Use these names when you pray to Allah. For example, when you need forgiveness, remember Dua e Ashura.
• Share what you learn with your family and friends.

Some of Allah's 99 Names with Meanings:

#	Arabic Name	How to Say It	English Meaning
1	الرَّحْمَنُ	AR-RAHMAAN	The Most Kind
2	الرَّحِيمُ	AR-RAHEEM	The Forever Merciful
3	الْمَلِكُ	AL-MALIK	The King
4	الْقُدُّوسُ	AL-QUDDUS	The Most Pure
5	السَّلاَمُ	AS-SALAM	The Giver of Peace
6	الْمُؤْمِنُ	AL-MU’MIN	The Giver of Safety
7	الْمُهَيْمِنُ	AL-MUHAYMIN	The Protector
8	الْعَزِيزُ	AL-AZIZ	The All-Powerful
9	الْجَبَّارُ	AL-JABBAR	The Restorer
10	الْمُتَكَبِّر	AL-MUTAKABBIR	The Majestic
11	الْخَالِقُ	AL-KHAALIQ	The Creator
12	الْبَارِئُ	AL-BAARI	The Maker
13	الْمُصَوِّرُ	AL-MUSAWWIR	The Shaper
14	الْغَفَّارُ	AL-GHAFFAR	The Great Forgiver
15	الْقَهَّارُ	AL-QAHHAR	The Controller
16	الْوَهَّابُ	AL-WAHHAAB	The Bestower
17	الرَّزَّاقُ	AR-RAZZAAQ	The Provider
18	الْفَتَّاحُ	AL-FATTAAH	The Opener
19	اَلْعَلِيْمُ	AL-‘ALEEM	The All-Knowing
20	الْقَابِضُ	AL-QAABID	The Withholder
21	الْبَاسِطُ	AL-BAASIT	The Extender
22	الْخَافِضُ	AL-KHAAFIDH	The Reducer
23	الرَّافِعُ	AR-RAAFI’	The Exalter
24	الْمُعِزُّ	AL-MU’IZZ	The Honourer
25	ٱلْمُذِلُّ	AL-MUZIL	The Humiliator
26	السَّمِيعُ	AS-SAMEE’	The All-Hearing
27	الْبَصِيرُ	AL-BASEER	The All-Seeing
28	الْحَكَمُ	AL-HAKAM	The Judge
29	الْعَدْلُ	AL-‘ADL	The Just
30	اللَّطِيفُ	AL-LATEEF	The Gentle
31	الْخَبِيرُ	AL-KHABEER	The All-Aware
32	الْحَلِيمُ	AL-HALEEM	The Forbearing
33	الْعَظِيمُ	AL-‘AZEEM	The Magnificent
34	الْغَفُور	AL-GHAFOOR	The Great Forgiver
35	الشَّكُورُ	ASH-SHAKOOR	The Most Thankful
36	الْعَلِيُّ	AL-‘ALEE	The Most High
37	الْكَبِيرُ	AL-KABEER	The Great
38	الْحَفِيظُ	AL-HAFEEDH	The Preserver
39	المُقيِت	AL-MUQEET	The Sustainer
40	الْحسِيبُ	AL-HASEEB	The Reckoner
41	الْجَلِيلُ	AL-JALEEL	The Majestic
42	الْكَرِيمُ	AL-KAREEM	The Most Generous
43	الرَّقِيبُ	AR-RAQEEB	The Watchful
44	ٱلْمُجِيبُ	AL-MUJEEB	The Responder
45	الْوَاسِعُ	AL-WAASI’	The All-Encompassing
46	الْحَكِيمُ	AL-HAKEEM	The All-Wise
47	الْوَدُودُ	AL-WADUD	The Most Loving
48	الْمَجِيدُ	AL-MAJEED	The Glorious
49	الْبَاعِثُ	AL-BA’ITH	The Awakener
50	الشَّهِيدُ	ASH-SHAHEED	The Witness
51	الْحَقُ	AL-HAQQ	The Absolute Truth
52	الْوَكِيلُ	AL-WAKEEL	The Trustee
53	الْقَوِيُ	AL-QAWIYY	The All-Strong
54	الْمَتِينُ	AL-MATEEN	The Firm
55	الْوَلِيُّ	AL-WALIYY	The Protecting Friend
56	الْحَمِيدُ	AL-HAMEED	The Praised One
57	الْمُحْصِي	AL-MUHSEE	The Reckoner
58	الْمُبْدِئُ	AL-MUBDI	The Originator
59	ٱلْمُعِيدُ	AL-MUEED	The Restorer
60	الْمُحْيِي	AL-MUHYI	The Giver of Life
61	اَلْمُمِيتُ	AL-MUMEET	The Giver of Death
62	الْحَيُّ	AL-HAYY	The Ever-Living
63	الْقَيُّومُ	AL-QAYYOOM	The Sustainer
64	الْوَاجِدُ	AL-WAAJID	The Finder
65	الْمَاجِدُ	AL-MAAJID	The Glorious
66	الْواحِدُ	AL-WAAHID	The One
67	اَلاَحَدُ	AL-AHAD	The Unique
68	الصَّمَدُ	AS-SAMAD	The Eternal Refuge
69	الْقَادِرُ	AL-QADEER	The All-Powerful
70	الْمُقْتَدِرُ	AL-MUQTADIR	The Powerful
71	الْمُقَدِّمُ	AL-MUQADDIM	The Expediter
72	الْمُؤَخِّرُ	AL-MU’AKHKHIR	The Delayer
73	الأوَّلُ	AL-AWWAL	The First
74	الآخِرُ	AL-AAKHIR	The Last
75	الظَّاهِرُ	AZ-ZAAHIR	The Manifest
76	الْبَاطِنُ	AL-BAATIN	The Hidden
77	الْوَالِي	AL-WAALI	The Governor
78	الْمُتَعَالِي	AL-MUTA’ALI	The Most Exalted
79	الْبَرُّ	AL-BARR	The Source of Goodness
80	التَّوَابُ	AT-TAWWAB	The Ever-Forgiving
81	الْمُنْتَقِمُ	AL-MUNTAQIM	The Avenger
82	العَفُوُ	AL-‘AFUWW	The Pardoner
83	الرَّؤُوفُ	AR-RA’OOF	The Most Kind
84	َمَالِكُ ٱلْمُلْكُ	MAALIK-UL-MULK	Owner of All Rule
85	ذُوالْجَلاَلِ وَالإكْرَامِ	DHUL-JALAALI WAL-IKRAAM	Lord of Majesty and Honor
86	الْمُقْسِطُ	AL-MUQSIT	The Just One
87	الْجَامِعُ	AL-JAAMI’	The Gatherer
88	ٱلْغَنيُّ	AL-GHANIYY	The Rich
89	ٱلْمُغْنِيُّ	AL-MUGHNI	The Enricher
90	اَلْمَانِعُ	AL-MANI’	The Withholder
91	الضَّارَ	AD-DHARR	The Distresser
92	النَّافِعُ	AN-NAFI’	The Benefactor
93	النُّورُ	AN-NUR	The Light
94	الْهَادِي	AL-HAADI	The Guide
95	الْبَدِيعُ	AL-BADEE’	The Unique Creator
96	اَلْبَاقِي	AL-BAAQI	The Everlasting
97	الْوَارِثُ	AL-WAARITH	The Inheritor
98	الرَّشِيدُ	AR-RASHEED	The Guide to Right Path
99	الصَّبُورُ	AS-SABOOR	The Patient

Using Allah's Names in Your Prayers

Allah tells us to call on Him using His beautiful names. When you pray, remember to use these names. For example:

• Ask for kindness by saying "Ya Rahman, Ya Raheem".
• Ask for safety by saying "Ya Hafeez".
• Ask for things you need by saying "Ya Razzaq".
• Ask for forgiveness by saying "Ya Ghafoor". You can find more about prayers like Dua e Qunoot for special times.

Using these names helps your prayers be more heartfelt. It helps you feel closer to Allah in your daily life. If you want to learn more about us, visit our About Us page, or for legal information, our Privacy Policy.

Final Thoughts

Learning Allah's 99 names is a very important act of worship. It helps us understand and connect with our Lord more deeply. Let us all try our best to learn these blessed names.

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