The 99 Most Beautiful Names of Allah
The Quran references Allah’s Most Beautiful Names (al-ʾasmāʾ al-ḥusná) in many Surahs. These names of God must be founded on proof from the Quran and authentic Hadiths, which is known as tawqif. As a result, it is banned to attribute names to Allah that do not appear in these sources.
Key Names from Hadith
Famous Islamic scholars such as NSheikh Abd al-Muhsin al-Abbad and Muhammad ibn al-Uthaymin have compiled lists Names of Allah based on authentic Hadiths. Some of the names include:
- الخافضُ (The Reducer)
- العَدْلُ (The Just)
- المعزُّ (The Honorer)
- المذِل (The Dishonorer)
- الجَلِيلُ (The Majestic)
- البَاعِثُ (The Infuser of New Life)
How to Memorize the 99 Names of Allah?
According to a Hadith in Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslims, those who learn Allah tabarak wa ta’ala 99 names and follow their meanings will reach Paradise. Allah is “with” (one), and He prefers odd numbers.
So, to memorize all 99 Names of Allah you should follow these 5 steps:
- Group into sets.
- Learn meanings.
- Recite daily.
- Use visuals.
- Test recall.
List of 99 Names of Allah with their Meanings and Benefits
The list of 99 names of Allah are frequently found in the Jamiʿ at-Tirmidhi. However, You can still find them in other sources like Sahih Bukhari, Sahih Muslim, and Ibn Majah have distinct variations. Early scholars, like Jaʿfar al-Sadiq, Sufyan ibn ‘Uyaynah, and Ibn Hajar, also published lists.
| No. | Name | Transliteration | Meaning | Benefits |
| 1 | ٱلرَّحْمَٰنُ | Ar-Rahmaan | The Most or Entirely Merciful | Enhances memory and awareness, relieves burdens. |
| 2 | ٱلرَّحِيمُ | Ar-Raheem | The Bestower of Mercy | Ensures safety from tribulation, gains benevolence of others. |
| 3 | ٱلْمَلِكُ | Al-Malik | The King and Owner of Dominion | Brings wealth. |
| 4 | ٱلْقُدُّوسُ | Al-Quddus | The Absolutely Pure | Keeps away agitation. |
| 5 | ٱلسَّلَامُ | As-Salaam | The Perfection and Giver of Peace | Restores health and provides safety. |
| 6 | ٱلْمُؤْمِنُ | Al-Mu’min | The One Who gives Emaan and Security | Provides protection from anguish. |
| 7 | ٱلْمُهَيْمِنُ | Al-Muhaymin | The Guardian, The Witness, The Overseer | Purifies the soul. |
| 8 | ٱلْعَزِيزُ | Al-Azeez | The All Mighty | Brings respect and independence. |
| 9 | ٱلْجَبَّارُ | Al-Jabbaar | The Compeller, The Restorer | Protects from cruelty and hardship. |
| 10 | ٱلْمُتَكَبِّرُ | Al-Mutakabbir | The Supreme, The Majestic | Grants respect and success. |
| 11 | ٱلْخَٰلِقُ | Al-Khaaliq | The Creator, The Maker | Guides righteously with an angel’s help. |
| 12 | ٱلْبَارِئُ | Al-Baari’ | The Originator | Signifies proportionate creation. |
| 13 | ٱلْمُصَوِّرُ | Al-Musawwir | The Fashioner | Helps in conception. |
| 14 | ٱلْغَفَّارُ | Al-Ghaffaar | The All- and Oft-Forgiving | Forgives sins. |
| 15 | ٱلْقَهَّارُ | Al-Qahhaar | The Subduer, The Ever-Dominating | Brings inner peace. |
| 16 | ٱلْوَهَّابُ | Al-Wahhaab | The Giver of Gifts | Removes poverty and starvation. |
| 17 | ٱلْرَّزَّاقُ | Ar-Razzaaq | The Provider | Provides livelihood. |
| 18 | ٱلْفَتَّاحُ | Al-Fattah | The Opener, The Judge | Grants success and victory. |
| 19 | ٱلْعَلِيمُ | Al-‘Aleem | The All-Knowing, The Omniscient | Enlightens the heart. |
| 20 | ٱلْقَابِضُ | Al-Qaabid | The Withholder | Eliminates poverty. |
| 21 | ٱلْبَاسِطُ | Al-Baasit | The Extender | Removes dependency. |
| 22 | ٱلْخَافِضُ | Al-Khaafidh | The Reducer, The Abaser | Fulfills needs and protects from enemies. |
| 23 | ٱلْرَّافِعُ | Ar-Raafi’ | The Exalter, The Elevator | Brings wealth and merit. |
| 24 | ٱلْمُعِزُّ | Al-Mu’izz | The Honourer, The Bestower | Makes one majestic. |
| 25 | ٱلْمُذِلُّ | Al-Muzil | The Dishonourer, The Humiliator | Protects from harm. |
| 26 | ٱلسَّمِيعُ | As-Samee’ | The All-Hearing | Fulfills desires. |
| 27 | ٱلْبَصِيرُ | Al-Baseer | The All-Seeing | Enlightens heart and soul. |
| 28 | ٱلْحَكَمُ | Al-Hakam | The Judge, The Giver of Justice | Reveals secrets. |
| 29 | ٱلْعَدْلُ | Al-‘Adl | The Utterly Just | Makes people obedient. |
| 30 | ٱللَّطِيفُ | Al-Lateef | The Subtle One, The Most Gentle | Settles affairs favorably. |
| 31 | ٱلْخَبِيرُ | Al-Khabeer | The Acquainted, The All-Aware | Makes one righteous. |
| 32 | ٱلْحَلِيمُ | Al-Haleem | The Most Forbearing | Protects belongings. |
| 33 | ٱلْعَظِيمُ | Al-‘Azeem | The Magnificent, The Supreme | Grants respect and honor. |
| 34 | ٱلْغَفُورُ | Al-Ghafoor | The Forgiving, The Exceedingly Forgiving | Cures headache and fever. |
| 35 | ٱلشَّكُورُ | Ash-Shaakoor | The Most Appreciative | Relieves suffering. |
| 36 | ٱلْعَلِيُّ | Al-‘Alee | The Most High, The Exalted | Brings high rank and success. |
| 37 | ٱلْكَبِيرُ | Al-Kabeer | The Greatest, The Most Grand | Earns esteem. |
| 38 | ٱلْحَفِيظُ | Al-Hafeedh | The Preserver, The All-Heedful and All-Protecting | Makes children obedient. |
| 39 | ٱلْمُقيِتُ | Al-Muqeet | The Sustainer, The Maintainer | Protects from difficulties. |
| 40 | ٱلْحَسِيبُ | Al-Hasib | The Reckoner | Ensures safety under Allah’s custody. |
| 41 | ٱلْجَلِيلُ | Al-Jaleel | The Majestic | Attains respect and honor. |
| 42 | ٱلْكَرِيمُ | Al-Kareem | The Most Generous, The Most Esteemed | Earns respect in this world and Hereafter. |
| 43 | ٱلْرَّقِيبُ | Ar-Raqeeb | The Watchful, The All-Watchful | Provides safety for family and belongings. |
| 44 | ٱلْمُجِيبُ | Al-Mujeeb | The Responsive, The Answerer | Answers appeals. |
| 45 | ٱلْوَاسِعُ | Al-Waasi’ | The All-Encompassing, the Boundless | Opens income doors. |
| 46 | ٱلْحَكِيمُ | Al-Hakeem | The All-Wise | Removes work difficulties. |
| 47 | ٱلْوَدُودُ | Al-Wadud | The Most Loving | Resolves disagreements. |
| 48 | ٱلْمَجِيدُ | Al-Majeed | The Glorious, The Most Honorable | Grants glory. |
| 49 | ٱلْبَاعِثُ | Al-Baa’ith | The Infuser of New Life | Leads to the righteous path. |
| 50 | ٱلْشَّهِيدُ | As-Shaheed | The All Observing Witnessing | Makes disobedient obedient. |
| 51 | ٱلْحَقُّ | Al-Haqq | The Absolute Truth | Helps find lost items. |
| 52 | ٱلْوَكِيلُ | Al-Wakeel | The Trustee, The Disposer of Affairs | Protects from drowning and fire. |
| 53 | ٱلْقَوِيِيُ | Al-Qawiyy | The All-Strong | Guards against harm. |
| 54 | ٱلْمَتِينُ | Al-Mateen | The Firm, The Steadfast | Relieves troubles. |
| 55 | ٱلْوَلِيُ | Al-Walee | The Protecting Associate | Draws closer to Allah. |
| 56 | ٱلْحَمِيدُ | Al-Hameed | The Praiseworthy | Earns love and praise. |
| 57 | ٱلْمُحْصِي | Al-Muhsee | The All-Enumerating, The Counter | Eases judgment fears. |
| 58 | ٱلْمُبْدِئُ | Al-Mubdi’ | The Originator, The Initiator | Protects pregnant women. |
| 59 | ٱلْمُعِيدُ | Al-Mu’id | The Restorer, The Reinstater | Brings back the lost. |
| 60 | ٱلْمُحْيِي | Al-Muhyee | The Giver of Life | Reduces burdens. |
| 61 | ٱلْمُمِيتُ | Al-Mumeet | The Creator of Death | Destroys enemies. |
| 62 | ٱلْحَيِّيُ | Al-Hayy | The Ever-Living | Grants long life. |
| 63 | ٱلْقَيُّومُ | Al-Qayyoom | The Sustainer, The Self-Subsisting | Keeps one active. |
| 64 | ٱلْوَاجِدُ | Al-Waajid | The Perceiver | Enriches the heart. |
| 65 | ٱلْمَاجِدُ | Al-Maajid | The Illustrious, The Magnificent | Enlightens the heart. |
| 66 | ٱلْوَاحِدُ | Al-Waahid | The One, The Indivisible | Removes fear. |
| 67 | ٱلْأَحَدُ | Al-Ahad | The Unique, The Only One | Reveals secrets. |
| 68 | ٱلصَّمَدُ | As-Samad | The Eternal, Satisfier of Needs | Fulfills all needs. |
| 69 | ٱلْقَادِرُ | Al-Qaadir | The Omnipotent | Fulfills desires. |
| 70 | ٱلْمُقْتَدِرُ | Al-Muqtadir | The Powerful | Reveals truth. |
| 71 | ٱلْمُقَدِّمُ | Al-Muqaddim | The Expediter, The Promoter | Removes fear in battle. |
| 72 | ٱلْمُؤَخِّرُ | Al-Mu’akhkhir | The Delayer | Enriches heart with Allah’s love. |
| 73 | ٱلْأوَّلُ | Al-Awwal | The First | Grants children and safe travels. |
| 74 | ٱلْآخِرُ | Al-Aakhir | The Last, The Utmost | Ensures good life and death. |
| 75 | ٱلظَّٰهِرُ | Az-Zaahir | The Manifest, The All-Surpassing | Enlightens with divine light. |
| 76 | ٱلْبَاطِنُ | Al-Baatin | The Hidden One, Knower of the Hidden | Reveals truths. |
| 77 | ٱلْوَالِي | Al-Waalee | The Sole Governor | Secures homes. |
| 78 | ٱلْمُتَعَالِي | Al-Muta’ali | The Self Exalted | Brings closer to Allah. |
| 79 | ٱلْبَرُّ | Al-Barr | The Source of All Goodness | Protects children’s future. |
| 80 | ٱلتَّوَابُ | At-Tawwaab | The Ever-Pardoning | Accepts supplications. |
| 81 | ٱلْمُنْتَقِمُ | Al-Muntaqim | The Avenger | Grants victory over enemies. |
| 82 | ٱلْعَفُوُ | Al-‘Afuww | The Pardoner | Forgives sins. |
| 83 | ٱلْرَّؤُوفُ | Ar-Ra’ooof | The Most Kind | Brings Allah’s blessings. |
| 84 | مَالِكُ ٱلْمُلْكُ | Maalik-al-Mulk | Master of the Dominion, Owner of the Kingdom | Earns respect. |
| 85 | ذُوالْجَلاَلِ وَالإكْرَامِ | Thul-Jalaali wal-Ikraam | Possessor of Glory and Honour | Removes poverty. |
| 86 | ٱلْمُقْسِطُ | Al-Muqsiṭ | The Just One | Guards from evil. |
| 87 | ٱلْجَامِعُ | Al-Jaami’ | The Gatherer, the Uniter | Helps find lost items. |
| 88 | ٱلْغَنيُّ | Al-Ghaniyy | The Self-Sufficient, The Wealthy | Removes dependency. |
| 89 | ٱلْمُغْنِيُ | Al-Mughniyy | The Enricher | Grants self-sufficiency. |
| 90 | ٱلْمَانِعُ | Al-Maani’ | The Withholder | Ensures happy family life. |
| 91 | ٱلضَّٰرَ | Ad-Dhaarr | The Distresser | Provides peace. |
| 92 | ٱلنَّافِعُ | An-Naafi’ | The Propitious, The Benefactor | Ensures success in good acts. |
| 93 | ٱلْنُورُ | An-Noor | The Light | Enlightens inner self. |
| 94 | ٱلْهَادِي | Al-Haadi | The Guide | Fulfills needs. |
| 95 | ٱلْبَدِيعُ | Al-Badee’ | The Incomparable Originator | Relieves distress. |
| 96 | ٱلْبَاقِي | Al-Baaqi | The Ever-Lasting | Ensures acceptance of good deeds. |
| 97 | ٱلْوَارِثُ | Al-Waarith | The Inheritor | Relieves sorrow and distress. |
| 98 | ٱلرَّشِيدُ | Ar-Rasheed | The Guide to the Right Path | Completes tasks. |
| 99 | ٱلصَّبُورُ | Al-Saboor | The Patient | Resolves difficulties. |
Allah Pak 99 Names Recitation Video
Names vs Attributes of Allah
In Islamic Religious Studies, if you want to describe the Characteristics or actions of Allah, they are usually called Attributes. For example: “Al-Saboor” means ‘The Patient’ or “An-Noor” means ‘The Light’ because Allah is the Light of Knowledge. Meanwhile, all these names of Allah have separate meanings and various benefits for believers.
The 99 Allah Names and Their Special Grace
Allah has 100 different varieties of mercy (Rahmat), but only one is revealed to the world, which sustains all creation until the Day of Judgment. This mercy is adequate for all living creatures, including humans, animals, and non-sentient organisms.
Misinterpretation of Allah’s Attributes
It is incorrect to call Allah by an attribute alone, such as “al-Gaadib” (the Angry One), because names must be substantiated by evidence from the Quran and Hadith. These sources limit Allah’s name.
Scholars’ Stance on Allah’s Attributes
Prominent Islamic thinkers, such as Ibn Taymiyyah and Ibn al-Qayyim, reject the notion that Allah’s qualities are merely semantics, claiming that each name of Allah comprises several attributes.
The Mystical Aspect in Sufism and Shia Mysticism
Sufism holds that the 99 names point to Allah’s “Most Supreme Name,” which, when invoked, promises an answer. Some mystical traditions, such as Ibn Arabi’s, regard these names as manifestations of divine characteristics, revealing the universe’s hidden mysteries.
FAQs
What are the benefits of knowing Allah as Ar-Ra’uf?
Building closer ties with Allah benefits believers. His generosity and compassion show that He cares about us and never gives up on us, which instils love and faith.
Can I name my child after the 99 names of Allah?
Don’t use names that are only for Allah or that suggest worshipping anything else. ‘Abd-Allah and ‘Abd-ar-Rahman are the best names.
What is Allah’s favourite name?
‘Abdullah and ‘Abd-ar-Rahman are Allah’s most beloved names, according to the Prophet (peace be upon him).
What is Allah’s most beautiful name?
In a number of Surahs, the Quran emphasizes Allah’s Most Beautiful Names (al-ʾasmāʾ al-ḥusná).
