The 99 Names of Allah (Al Asma'ul Husna)

1. Ar-Rahman

The Most Merciful

Allah's mercy encompasses all creation, offering boundless compassion that sustains and nurtures every living thing.

2. Ar-Rahim

The Most Compassionate

A special mercy reserved for the believers, forgiving sins and guiding hearts toward righteousness.

3. Al-Malik

The King, Owner of Dominion

Sovereign over all existence, ruling with perfect justice, wisdom, and authority.

4. Al-Quddus

The Absolutely Pure

Free from any imperfection or defect, His essence and actions are perfectly holy.

5. As-Salam

The Source of Peace & Safety

Grants peace and security to His creation, and is Himself free from all flaws.

6. Al-Mu’min

The Giver of Faith & Security

Instills faith in hearts and protects believers from fear in this life and the next.

7. Al-Muhaymin

The Guardian, Overseer

Watches over and preserves everything with perfect knowledge and protection.

8. Al-Aziz

The Almighty

All-powerful and unconquerable, possessing unmatched honor and strength.

9. Al-Jabbar

The Compeller, Restorer

Mends what is broken, fulfills needs, and enforces His will over all creation.

10. Al-Mutakabbir

The Supremely Great

Exalted far above any defect; greatness and majesty belong solely to Him.

11. Al-Khaliq

The Creator

Brings creation from non‐existence with precise measure and purpose.

12. Al-Bari’

The Originator

Creates seamlessly and shapes each being in perfect proportion.

13. Al-Musawwir

The Fashioner

Gives every creature its unique form, features, and identity.

14. Al-Ghaffar

The Constant Forgiver

Forgives repeatedly whenever a servant sincerely turns back to Him.

15. Al-Qahhar

The All‐Subduer

Dominates all, overpowering the oppressors while assisting the humble.

16. Al-Wahhab

The Supreme Bestower

Gives gifts freely—guidance, health, wealth—without expecting anything in return.

17. Ar-Razzaq

The Provider

Supplies every creature with sustenance, both material and spiritual.

18. Al-Fattah

The Opener

Opens doors of mercy, knowledge, and victory, turning impossibility into ease.

19. Al-‘Alim

The All‐Knowing

Knows everything—past, present, and future, as well as the secrets of hearts.

20. Al-Qabid

The Withholder

Restricts provision or joy with wisdom, steering servants back to Him.

21. Al-Basit

The Expander

Broadens sustenance, relief, and opportunities according to His wisdom.

22. Al-Khafid

The Abaser

Lowers the arrogant and unjust, humbling them in this life or the next.

23. Ar-Rafi‘

The Exalter

Raises the ranks of the righteous in honor and closeness to Him.

24. Al-Mu‘izz

The Bestower of Honor

Grants true dignity and authority to whom He wills.

25. Al-Mudhill

The Humiliator

Disgraces those who persist in arrogance and disbelief.

26. As-Sami‘

The All‐Hearing

Hears everything—every whisper, prayer, and unspoken thought.

27. Al-Basir

The All‐Seeing

Sees every detail of the universe, nothing is hidden from Him.

28. Al-Hakam

The Perfect Judge

Judges with absolute justice; His verdicts are final and flawless.

29. Al-‘Adl

The Utterly Just

Establishes balance and fairness in all affairs.

30. Al-Latif

The Most Subtle

GentleKindly gives aid in ways hidden and unfelt until blessings appear.

31. Al-Khabir

The All‐Aware

Fully aware of outward actions and inner intentions.

32. Al-Halim

The Forbearing

Patiently delays punishment, giving time for repentance.

33. Al-‘Azim

The Magnificent

Possesses incomparable greatness and glory.

34. Al-Ghafur

The Great Forgiver

Extensively pardons sins, no matter how great.

35. Ash-Shakur

The Appreciative

Rewards even the smallest good deed with abundant goodness.

36. Al-‘Ali

The Most High

Supreme in rank and essence, above all creation.

37. Al-Kabir

The Most Great

His greatness transcends imagination and comparison.

38. Al-Hafiz

The Preserver

Guards the heavens, earth, and believers from harm.

39. Al-Muqit

The Sustainer

Maintains every being, granting strength and nourishment.

40. Al-Hasib

The Reckoner

Takes account of every deed with perfect accuracy.

41. Al-Jalil

The Majestic

Deserving of all reverence, possessing grandeur and glory.

42. Al-Karim

The Generous

Gives freely and abundantly beyond expectation.

43. Ar-Raqib

The Watchful

Ever‐observant over His creation, never distracted.

44. Al-Mujib

The Responsive

Answers prayers and fulfills the needs of those who call upon Him.

45. Al-Wasi‘

The All‐Encompassing

Vast in essence, knowledge, mercy, and dominion.

46. Al-Hakim

The All‐Wise

His actions and decrees are perfectly appropriate and beneficial.

47. Al-Wadud

The Most Loving

Loves the believers and is beloved by them in return.

48. Al-Majid

The Most Glorious

Full of honor and excellence, praised in the highest terms.

49. Al-Ba‘ith

The Resurrector

Will raise all creation for judgment on the Last Day.

50. Ash-Shahid

The Witness

Bears witness to everything, nothing escapes His observation.

51. Al-Haqq

The Truth

His existence is certain; His words and promises are absolute truth.

52. Al-Wakil

The Trustee

Sufficient as disposer of affairs for those who rely on Him.

53. Al-Qawiyy

The All‐Strong

Unlimited strength; none can overcome His power.

54. Al-Matin

The Firm

Unshakable in might and determination.

55. Al-Waliyy

The Protecting Friend

Supports and protects the righteous, guiding them to success.

56. Al-Hamid

The Praiseworthy

Worthy of every form of praise from all creation.

57. Al-Muhsi

The Accounter

Enumerates and records every single deed with precision.

58. Al-Mubdi‘

The Originator

Brings forth creation unprecedented and unique.

59. Al-Mu‘id

The Restorer

Returns life to the dead, and repeats creation after its end.

60. Al-Muhyi

The Giver of Life

Gives life to bodies and hearts, reviving them after death or heedlessness.

61. Al-Mumit

The Creator of Death

Ordains the end of life according to His wisdom.

62. Al-Hayy

The Ever‐Living

Life is perfect and eternal with no beginning or end.

63. Al-Qayyum

The Self‐Subsisting

Sustains all existence while Himself needing none.

64. Al-Wajid

The Perceiver

Finds and knows every object of knowledge; nothing is lost to Him.

65. Al-Majid

The Illustrious

Possesses vast honor and noble qualities.

66. Al-Wahid

The One

Uniquely singular in essence, attributes, and lordship.

67. Al-Ahad

The Indivisible

Cannot be divided or shared; absolute oneness.

68. As-Samad

The Self‐Sufficient

All creation depends on Him, while He depends on none.

69. Al-Qadir

The All‐Powerful

Able to do anything, nothing renders Him incapable.

70. Al-Muqtadir

The Supreme Determiner

Manages all affairs with overwhelming power.

71. Al-Muqaddim

The Expediter

Brings forward whom He wills, advancing events or people.

72. Al-Mu’akhkhir

The Delayer

Postpones events or people according to His plan.

73. Al-Awwal

The First

Nothing precedes Him; He always existed.

74. Al-Akhir

The Last

His existence remains after all else perishes.

75. Az-Zahir

The Manifest

Evidence of His existence is clear in creation.

76. Al-Batin

The Hidden

His reality is beyond human perception.

77. Al-Wali

The Patron

Exercises protective authority over creation.

78. Al-Muta‘ali

The Most Exalted

Supremely high above all that is attributed to Him.

79. Al-Barr

The Source of All Goodness

Kind and gentle toward His servants, even when they err.

80. At-Tawwab

The Accepter of Repentance

Accepts repentance endlessly and rejoices at return.

81. Al-Muntaqim

The Avenger

Takes retribution from the oppressors and arrogants.

82. Al-‘Afuww

The Pardoner

Effaces sins completely, leaving no trace.

83. Ar-Ra’uf

The Most Kind

Displays deep compassion and tenderness toward creation.

84. Malik al-Mulk

Owner of All Sovereignty

Rules over all realms and grants power to whom He wills.

85. Dhu’l-Jalal wa’l-Ikram

Lord of Majesty & Generosity

Combines overwhelming majesty with perfect generosity.

86. Al-Muqsit

The Equitable

Sets matters in perfect balance and fairness.

87. Al-Jami‘

The Gatherer

Will gather mankind for judgment; unites hearts and things.

88. Al-Ghaniyy

The Self‐Sufficient

Free of any need; all creation is in need of Him.

89. Al-Mughni

The Enricher

Enriches whom He wills with material and spiritual wealth.

90. Al-Mani‘

The Preventer

Protects against harm and withholds for a wisdom.

91. Ad-Darr

The Creator of Harm

Allows adversity to befall for higher wisdom and lessons.

92. An-Nafi‘

The Bestower of Benefit

Grants advantage and goodness as a mercy.

93. An-Nur

The Light

Source of all illumination—physical, spiritual, and moral.

94. Al-Hadi

The Guide

Guides hearts to truth and paths of righteousness.

95. Al-Badi‘

The Incomparable

OriginatorCreates wonders without precedent or pattern.

96. Al-Baqi

The Everlasting

His existence is eternal without end.

97. Al-Warith

The Inheritor

Remains after everything ends; to Him returns all ownership.

98. Ar-Rashid

The Righteous Teacher

Directs to rectitude and wise conduct.

99. As-Sabur

The Most Patient

Never hasty in punishment, giving ample time to repent.