In Arabic, a
female worshiper (amat-) of
God, Allah (-ullah).
Similar to Abdullah which means a male worshiper (abd-) of
God, Allah (-ullah).
Both Amatullah and Abdullah could be used as given names and could also, however rarely, be used to respectfully address unknown persons.
- Assalamu alaikum, I'm looking for my friend Amatullah (Abdullah), have you seen her (him)?
- Excuse me, amatullah (abdullah), could you please tell me the way to the nearest
bus-stop?
- A true amatullah (abdullah)
will maintain a good
heart.