99 Names of Allah (Al Asma Ul Husna)

The first pillar of Imaan (faith) in Islam is Belief in Allah. As Muslims, we believe in Allah by His beautiful names and attributes. Allah has revealed His names repeatedly in the Holy Quran, primarily for us to understand who He is. Learning and memorizing 99 Names of Allah (Al Asma Ul Husna) will help us identify the correct way to believe in Him.

Nothing is more sacred and blessed than understanding the names of Allah and living by them. How do we expect to worship, love, fear and trust our Lord, The Almighty Allah, if we don’t know who He is?

Allah says in the Quran:

And to Allah belong the best names, so invoke Him by them.. (Quran 7:180)

Allah – there is no deity except Him. To Him belong the best names. (Quran 20:8)

He is Allah, the Creator, the Inventor, the Fashioner; to Him belong the best names. (Quran 59:24)

Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said, “Allah has ninety-nine names, i.e. one-hundred minus one, and whoever knows them will go to Paradise.”
(Sahih Bukhari 50:894)

Abu Huraira reported Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ) as saying: There are ninety-nine names of Allah; he who commits them to memory would get into Paradise. Verily, Allah is Odd (He is one, and it is an odd number) and He loves odd number..”
(Sahih Muslim Book-48 Hadith-5)

Table of Contents

99 names of Allah – Meaning and Explanation

S/N	Name	Transliteration	Meaning
1	ٱلْرَّحْمَـانُ	AR-RAHMAAN	The Most or Entirely Merciful
2	ٱلْرَّحِيْمُ	AR-RAHEEM	The Bestower of Mercy
3	ٱلْمَلِكُ	AL-MALIK	The King and Owner of Dominion
4	ٱلْقُدُّوسُ	AL-QUDDUS	The Absolutely Pure
5	ٱلْسَّلَامُ	AS-SALAM	The Perfection and Giver of Peace
6	ٱلْمُؤْمِنُ	AL-MU’MIN	The One Who gives Emaan and Security
7	ٱلْمُهَيْمِنُ	AL-MUHAYMIN	The Guardian, The Witness, The Overseer
8	ٱلْعَزِيزُ	AL-AZEEZ	The All Mighty
9	ٱلْجَبَّارُ	AL-JABBAR	The Compeller, The Restorer
10	ٱلْمُتَكَبِّرُ	AL-MUTAKABBIR	The Supreme, The Majestic
11	ٱلْخَالِقُ	AL-KHAALIQ	The Creator, The Maker
12	ٱلْبَارِئُ	AL-BAARI’	The Originator
13	ٱلْمُصَوِّرُ	AL-MUSAWWIR	The Fashioner
14	ٱلْغَفَّارُ	AL-GHAFFAR	The All- and Oft-Forgiving
15	ٱلْقَهَّارُ	AL-QAHHAR	The Subduer, The Ever-Dominating
16	ٱلْوَهَّابُ	AL-WAHHAAB	The Giver of Gifts
17	ٱلْرَّزَّاقُ	AR-RAZZAAQ	The Provider
18	ٱلْفَتَّاحُ	AL-FATTAAH	The Opener, The Judge
19	ٱلْعَلِيمُ	AL-‘ALEEM	The All-Knowing, The Omniscient
20	ٱلْقَابِضُ	AL-QAABID	The Withholder
21	ٱلْبَاسِطُ	AL-BAASIT	The Extender
22	ٱلْخَافِضُ	AL-KHAAFIDH	The Reducer, The Abaser
23	ٱلْرَّافِعُ	AR-RAAFI’	The Exalter, The Elevator
24	ٱلْمُعِزُّ	AL-MU’IZZ	The Honourer, The Bestower
25	ٱلْمُذِلُّ	AL-MUZIL	The Dishonourer, The Humiliator
26	ٱلْسَّمِيعُ	AS-SAMEE’	The All-Hearing
27	ٱلْبَصِيرُ	AL-BASEER	The All-Seeing
28	ٱلْحَكَمُ	AL-HAKAM	The Judge, The Giver of Justice
29	ٱلْعَدْلُ	AL-‘ADL	The Utterly Just
30	ٱلْلَّطِيفُ	AL-LATEEF	The Subtle One, The Most Gentle
31	ٱلْخَبِيرُ	AL-KHABEER	The Acquainted, the All-Aware
32	ٱلْحَلِيمُ	AL-HALEEM	The Most Forbearing
33	ٱلْعَظِيمُ	AL-‘ATHEEM	The Magnificent, The Supreme
34	ٱلْغَفُورُ	AL-GHAFOOR	The Forgiving, The Exceedingly Forgiving
35	ٱلْشَّكُورُ	ASH-SHAKOOR	The Most Appreciative
36	ٱلْعَلِيُّ	AL-‘ALEE	The Most High, The Exalted
37	ٱلْكَبِيرُ	AL-KABEER	The Greatest, The Most Grand
38	ٱلْحَفِيظُ	AL-HAFEEDH	The Preserver, The All-Heedful and All-Protecting
39	ٱلْمُقِيتُ	AL-MUQEET	The Sustainer
40	ٱلْحَسِيبُ	AL-HASEEB	The Reckoner, The Sufficient
41	ٱلْجَلِيلُ	AL-JALEEL	The Majestic
42	ٱلْكَرِيمُ	AL-KAREEM	The Most Generous, The Most Esteemed
43	ٱلْرَّقِيبُ	AR-RAQEEB	The Watchful
44	ٱلْمُجِيبُ	AL-MUJEEB	The Responsive One
45	ٱلْوَاسِعُ	AL-WAASI’	The All-Encompassing, the Boundless
46	ٱلْحَكِيمُ	AL-HAKEEM	The All-Wise
47	ٱلْوَدُودُ	AL-WADOOD	The Most Loving
48	ٱلْمَجِيدُ	AL-MAJEED	The Glorious, The Most Honorable
49	ٱلْبَاعِثُ	AL-BA’ITH	The Resurrector, The Raiser of the Dead
50	ٱلْشَّهِيدُ	ASH-SHAHEED	The All- and Ever Witnessing
51	ٱلْحَقُّ	AL-HAQQ	The Absolute Truth
52	ٱلْوَكِيلُ	AL-WAKEEL	The Trustee, The Disposer of Affairs
53	ٱلْقَوِيُّ	AL-QAWIYY	The All-Strong
54	ٱلْمَتِينُ	AL-MATEEN	The Firm, The Steadfast
55	ٱلْوَلِيُّ	AL-WALIYY	The Protecting Associate
56	ٱلْحَمِيدُ	AL-HAMEED	The Praiseworthy
57	ٱلْمُحْصِيُ	AL-MUHSEE	The All-Enumerating, The Counter
58	ٱلْمُبْدِئُ	AL-MUBDI	The Originator, The Initiator
59	ٱلْمُعِيدُ	AL-MU’ID	The Restorer, The Reinstater
60	ٱلْمُحْيِى	AL-MUHYEE	The Giver of Life
61	ٱلْمُمِيتُ	AL-MUMEET	The Bringer of Death, the Destroyer
62	ٱلْحَىُّ	AL-HAYY	The Ever-Living
63	ٱلْقَيُّومُ	AL-QAYYOOM	The Sustainer, The Self-Subsisting
64	ٱلْوَاجِدُ	AL-WAAJID	The Perceiver
65	ٱلْمَاجِدُ	AL-MAAJID	The Illustrious, the Magnificent
66	ٱلْوَاحِدُ	AL-WAAHID	The One
67	ٱلْأَحَد	AL-AHAD	The Unique, The Only One
68	ٱلْصَّمَدُ	AS-SAMAD	The Eternal, Satisfier of Needs
69	ٱلْقَادِرُ	AL-QADIR	The Capable, The Powerful
70	ٱلْمُقْتَدِرُ	AL-MUQTADIR	The Omnipotent
71	ٱلْمُقَدِّمُ	AL-MUQADDIM	The Expediter, The Promoter
72	ٱلْمُؤَخِّرُ	AL-MU’AKHKHIR	The Delayer, the Retarder
73	ٱلأَوَّلُ	AL-AWWAL	The First
74	ٱلْآخِرُ	AL-AAKHIR	The Last
75	ٱلْظَّاهِرُ	AZ-DHAAHIR	The Manifest
76	ٱلْبَاطِنُ	AL-BAATIN	The Hidden One, Knower of the Hidden
77	ٱلْوَالِي	AL-WAALI	The Governor, The Patron
78	ٱلْمُتَعَالِي	AL-MUTA’ALI	The Self Exalted
79	ٱلْبَرُّ	AL-BARR	The Source of Goodness, the Kind Benefactor
80	ٱلْتَّوَّابُ	AT-TAWWAB	The Ever-Pardoning, The Relenting
81	ٱلْمُنْتَقِمُ	AL-MUNTAQIM	The Avenger
82	ٱلْعَفُوُّ	AL-‘AFUWW	The Pardoner
83	ٱلْرَّؤُفُ	AR-RA’OOF	The Most Kind
84	مَالِكُ ٱلْمُلْكُ	MAALIK-UL-MULK	Master of the Kingdom, Owner of the Dominion
85	ذُو ٱلْجَلَالِ وَٱلْإِكْرَامُ	DHUL-JALAALI WAL-IKRAAM	Possessor of Glory and Honour, Lord of Majesty and Generosity
86	ٱلْمُقْسِطُ	AL-MUQSIT	The Equitable, the Requiter
87	ٱلْجَامِعُ	AL-JAAMI’	The Gatherer, the Uniter
88	ٱلْغَنيُّ	AL-GHANIYY	The Self-Sufficient, The Wealthy
89	ٱلْمُغْنِيُّ	AL-MUGHNI	The Enricher
90	ٱلْمَانِعُ	AL-MANI’	The Withholder
91	ٱلْضَّارُ	AD-DHARR	The Distresser
92	ٱلْنَّافِعُ	AN-NAFI’	The Propitious, the Benefactor
93	ٱلْنُّورُ	AN-NUR	The Light, The Illuminator
94	ٱلْهَادِي	AL-HAADI	The Guide
95	ٱلْبَدِيعُ	AL-BADEE’	The Incomparable Originator
96	ٱلْبَاقِي	AL-BAAQI	The Ever-Surviving, The Everlasting
97	ٱلْوَارِثُ	AL-WAARITH	The Inheritor, The Heir
98	ٱلْرَّشِيدُ	AR-RASHEED	The Guide, Infallible Teacher
99	ٱلْصَّبُورُ	AS-SABOOR	The Forbearing, The Patient

What do the 99 names of Allah represent?

The 99 Names of Allah, also known as the 99 attributes of Allah, are the names of Allah revealed by the Creator (الله) (Allah) in the Qur’an. These names represent the attributes of Allah.

What is the meaning of Asma ul Husna?

Here is the explanation. In Arabic, Asma means name, and Husna means good. Thus, the meaning of Asmaul Husna is Allah’s beautiful and good names.

How do I memorize Asma ul Husna?

It is possible for anyone to memorize these beautiful, flawless, and timeless Names of Allah; the 99 Holy Names (Asma ul Husna, the Most Beautiful Names of God).
Allah (swt) has 99 names, each with a unique definition, explanation, and purpose. Every name has a deep and perfect meaning, and we should understand it to the best of our abilities. In spite of the number 99 being big, there are some that sound very similar, even though they are quite different once you dig deeper.

It is important to understand the 99 names of Allah (swt). Using these names when making dua is recommended, as they give us a better understanding of Allah’s (swt) power in accepting our prayer. By developing a relationship with each and every one of his names, we will be able to grow closer to Allah (swt).

The Importance of the 99 Names of Allah

Before we dive into the steps on memorizing these beautiful. We ought to know its importance.

Allah (swt) mentions in the Qu’ran His beloved names and their ranks in their Supreme entirety – nothing can be compared to Him.

هُوَ ٱللَّهُ ٱلْخَـٰلِقُ ٱلْبَارِئُ ٱلْمُصَوِّرُ ۖ لَهُ ٱلْأَسْمَآءُ ٱلْحُسْنَىٰ ۚ يُسَبِّحُ لَهُۥ مَا فِى ٱلسَّمَـٰوَٰتِ وَٱلْأَرْضِ ۖ وَهُوَ ٱلْعَزِيزُ ٱلْحَكِيمُ
He is Allah, the Creator, the Shaper out of naught, the Fashioner. His are the most beautiful names. All that is in the heavens and the earth glorifieth Him, and He is the Mighty, the Wise.
Qur’an Al-Hashr 59:24

And again:

هُوَ ٱللَّهُ ٱلْخَـٰلِقُ ٱلْبَارِئُ ٱلْمُصَوِّرُ ۖ لَهُوَلِلَّهِ ٱلْأَسْمَآءُ ٱلْحُسْنَىٰ فَٱدْعُوهُ بِهَا ۖ وَذَرُوا۟ ٱلَّذِينَ يُلْحِدُونَ فِىٓ أَسْمَـٰٓئِهِۦ ۚ سَيُجْزَوْنَ مَا كَانُوا۟ يَعْمَلُونَ
Allah’s are the fairest names. Invoke Him by them. And leave the company of those who blaspheme His names. They will be requited what they do.
Surat Al-A’raf 7:180

And of course, our Beloved Messenger (ﷺ) said, as narrated from the authority of Abu Huraira (ra):

Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ) said, “Allah has ninety-nine names, i.e. one-hundred minus one, and whoever knows them will go to Paradise.”
Sahih al-Bukhari 2736

Thus, we can conclude from authentic references in the Glorious Quran and Hadith that memorizing these holy names of Allah Subhana-wa-ta’ala is of utmost importance. The more one memorizes them, the greater one’s reward will be. Our beloved Prophet ( ) has stated that whoever learns them by heart will receive a reward as high as admission to Paradise. That’s an honor!

Steps in Memorising the 99 Names of Allah (SWT)

Once in the morning + once in the evening:

Listen to the 99 Names of Allah (morning only, not evening)
Recite the 99 Names of Allah yourself
Memorise 2-3 names per day (getting better? stick with 5-7)

If you follow the simple method mentioned above, you shall be able to memorise the names within 4-6 weeks, Insha’Allah. I am going to break it down in points.

Listen to the 99 Names of Allah

Below you will find audio file of the infamous Qari Ayoub Essack from South Africa. I recommend his recitation as it is crystal clear and pretty catchy.

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Recommend: Full Hadith + 99 Names of Allah (swt)

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Tip: Listening to the Hadith at least in the morning will give you some hidden barakah which I personally found and it will aid your memorisation goal too, Insha’Allah.

There are some other audios which you can find online but their order is not in the traditional manner. One of the most popular recitations on YouTube has someone reciting them without the Arabic Tajweed. It’s not befitting in my own opinion and I find it quite displeasing. Say them correctly – listen to them with the correct Arabic. The audio files I’ve shared with you cannot go wrong, Insha’Allah!

Recite the 99 Names of Allah yourself

Recite them, when you wake up and recite them again before you sleep or after Maghrib. Recite all of the names in one sitting – it hardly takes 2 minutes. Surely, we can take out this much time for this memorization which has so much honour and reward attached to it, right? Just recite them with Arabic going along the list.

Pick a suitable time that you can stick too. Some tips I want to share:

Mix & match the translation: Whilst reciting them as part of your daily ritual, have a peak at the meanings every now and then, as you get faster. It will allow you to see the names and appreciate the attributes of Allah (swt) at every step.
Mix & match the recitation: You could say Ya Rahman, Ya Raheem, Ya Malik rather than Ar-Rahman, Ar-Raheem. I used to do this in my duas. It will also help you in memorisation as you become accustomed to beseeching to Allah (swt) in more than one way.
Ask a scholar/someone you trust: Ask a person of knowledge to hear your recitation, if you feel you are not saying the names correctly. It’s good for someone to hear your recitation as this will humble you and help rectify any mistakes.

Memorise 2-3 names per day

Look and recite Ar-Rahman, Ar-Raheem. Slowly and clearly 5 times. Try to look at the Arabic first and on the 4th time you can study their meaning. Then cover the names with your hand or close your eyes and picture the names and recite 3 times without looking Ar-Rahman, Ar-Raheem.

💡When memorising from the steps below take this note: Look and recite Ar-Rahman, Ar-Raheem. Slowly and clearly 5 times. Try to look at the Arabic first and on the 4th time you can study their meaning. Then cover the names with your hand or close your eyes and picture the names and recite 3 times without looking Ar-Rahman, Ar-Raheem

Day 1

Wake up
Listen to all the Names from the audio
Recite all the Names
Recite the first two names: Look and recite Ar-Rahman, Ar-Raheem. Slowly, clearly 5 times. Try to look at the Arabic first and on the 4th time you can let your eyes wonder to the meaning. Then cover the names with your hand or close your eyes and picture the names and recite 3 times without looking Ar-Rahman, Ar-Raheem.
Recite the names all day – mix and match
Repeat steps 2-4 in the Evening

Day 2

In the morning having listened (step 1) and recited the full names (step 2); repeat the above step by reciting and recalling yesterdays Names. You should be able to do so from memory now. So:

Wake up
Listen to all the Names from the audio
Recite all the Names
Recall yesterdays names (Ar-Rahman, Ar-Raheem)
Start today with the next two names (Al-Malik, Al-Quddus) and repeat the same from Day 1.
Repeat steps 2-5 in the Evening including your previous names

Do this until you have safely memorised 10 names. When you are confident to recite 10 days without looking then pick up the next names, say from 11-13 and repeat . Add more names only when you are confident that you are not making mistakes.

Day 5-7

Confident? You can now skip the audio in the morning and evening.

Tips: Recite the names you are memorising throughout the day, every day. “Ya-Rahman, Ya-Raheem – Forgive me”. “Ya Malik, Ya-Quddus – Guide me”. “Ar-Rahman, Ar-Raheem – Help me”. Include the names in your Duas and when you are running your daily errands (shopping, cleaning – typing away etc). This goes back with the mix and match I mentioned before. It will solidify your memory and keep you motivated. Eventually you will be reciting all of Allah (swt) names or selected ones, whenever you wish!

What are the benefits of learning Allah 99 names?

The one who memorizes and learns these names will be rewarded with Jannah by Allah Almighty. Not only will reciting these names help you earn “Sawab”, but you will also receive many blessings. As well as guiding you on the right path, they will also be helpful.

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