67 of 99 · Asma-ul-Husna
الْأَحَدُ
Al-Ahad
"The Unique, the Only" — the 67th of the 99 Names of Allah
Reflection
He has no partner, no equivalent, no image.
In the Quran: Quran 112:1
About the 99 Names of Allah
The 99 Names of Allah — Asma-ul-Husna (الأسماء الحسنى, "The Most Beautiful Names") — are the names by which Allah is described in the Quran and authentic hadith. Each name reveals an attribute of Allah: His mercy, might, wisdom, forgiveness, sustenance, and countless others. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, "Allah has ninety-nine names, one hundred less one; whoever memorises them will enter Paradise" (Sahih al-Bukhari 2736). Al-Ahad is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about Al-Ahad
What does Al-Ahad mean?
Al-Ahad (الْأَحَدُ) means "The Unique, the Only" in English. It is the 67th of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. He has no partner, no equivalent, no image.
How is Al-Ahad written in Arabic?
Al-Ahad is written in Arabic as الْأَحَدُ. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so Al-Ahad literally means "The Unique, the Only".
Is Al-Ahad mentioned in the Quran?
Yes — Al-Ahad is referenced in Quran 112:1. The Quran describes Allah using His most beautiful names throughout its verses, and this particular name appears in Surah 112.
What are the 99 Names of Allah?
The 99 Names of Allah — Asma-ul-Husna (الأسماء الحسنى, "The Most Beautiful Names") — are the names by which Muslims describe and remember Allah. Compiled from the Quran and authentic hadith, each name reveals an attribute of Allah's essence, actions, or mercy. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said whoever memorises them will enter Paradise (Sahih al-Bukhari 2736).