63 of 99 · Asma-ul-Husna
الْقَيُّومُ
Al-Qayyum
"The Self-Sustaining" — the 63rd of the 99 Names of Allah
Reflection
Every existence depends on Him; He depends on none.
In the Quran: Quran 2:255
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-Qayyum is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about Al-Qayyum
What does Al-Qayyum mean?
Al-Qayyum (الْقَيُّومُ) means "The Self-Sustaining" in English. It is the 63rd of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. Every existence depends on Him; He depends on none.
How is Al-Qayyum written in Arabic?
Al-Qayyum is written in Arabic as الْقَيُّومُ. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so Al-Qayyum literally means "The Self-Sustaining".
Is Al-Qayyum mentioned in the Quran?
Yes — Al-Qayyum is referenced in Quran 2:255. The Quran describes Allah using His most beautiful names throughout its verses, and this particular name appears in Surah 2.
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).