16 of 99 · Asma-ul-Husna
الْوَهَّابُ
Al-Wahhab
"The Bestower" — the 16th of the 99 Names of Allah
Reflection
He gives without expectation, without exhaustion, without being asked.
In the Quran: Quran 3:8
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-Wahhab is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about Al-Wahhab
What does Al-Wahhab mean?
Al-Wahhab (الْوَهَّابُ) means "The Bestower" in English. It is the 16th of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. He gives without expectation, without exhaustion, without being asked.
How is Al-Wahhab written in Arabic?
Al-Wahhab is written in Arabic as الْوَهَّابُ. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so Al-Wahhab literally means "The Bestower".
Is Al-Wahhab mentioned in the Quran?
Yes — Al-Wahhab is referenced in Quran 3:8. The Quran describes Allah using His most beautiful names throughout its verses, and this particular name appears in Surah 3.
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).