Fadlullah

Fadlullah is an Arabic name that can function as both a given name and a surname. It is built from two elements: faḍl, meaning grace, bounty, or favor, and Allāh, referring to God. The combination is commonly interpreted as “the grace of God” or “God’s bounty.” Because of transliteration differences, the name appears in several spellings, including Fadlallah, Fazlullah, Fazlollah, and Fadl-Allah, among others.

The name is used across various Muslim communities, particularly among Shia and Sunni populations in the Middle East, Iran, South Asia, and the broader Arab world. Regional languages and writing systems influence pronunciation and spelling, leading to a diversity of forms while preserving the same root meaning.

Notable bearers include Mohammad Husayn Fadlallah (1935–2010), a Lebanese Shia cleric who became a prominent spiritual leader in Lebanon and a figure associated with Hezbollah. He was known for religious edicts, social influence, and commentary on political and cultural issues in Lebanon. Beyond this well-known figure, the name appears among other individuals in different countries and communities, reflecting its widespread historical and cultural presence.