65 of 99 · Asma-ul-Husna
الْمَاجِدُ
Al-Majid
"The Glorious" — the 65th of the 99 Names of Allah
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Noble in essence, generous in giving.
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-Majid is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about Al-Majid
What does Al-Majid mean?
Al-Majid (الْمَاجِدُ) means "The Glorious" in English. It is the 65th of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. Noble in essence, generous in giving.
How is Al-Majid written in Arabic?
Al-Majid is written in Arabic as الْمَاجِدُ. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so Al-Majid literally means "The Glorious".
Is Al-Majid mentioned in the Quran?
Al-Majid appears in the wider Islamic tradition of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna), which are compiled from the Quran and authentic hadith. Not every name has a single Quranic verse citation, but they collectively describe Allah's attributes as revealed in Islamic scripture.
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).