اللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْهُ مُبَارَكًا عَلَى أُمِّهِ وَأَبِيهِ وَعَلَى أُمَّهَاتِ وَآبَاءِ الْمُسْلِمِينَ (The specific dua for the first utterance isn't explicitly recorded in a precise, repeatable format for the child's first word being 'Allah'. However, the general supplication for a newborn is profoundly established.)
O Allah, make him (or her) a blessing upon his mother and father, and upon the mothers and fathers of the Muslims.
Allahumma aj'alhu mubarak'an 'ala ummihi wa abeehi wa 'ala ummahat wa abaa'il-muslimeen
When to Read
This is a beautiful supplication parents can make upon the birth of their child, or whenever they reflect on their child's upbringing and well-being. While there isn't a specific dua for a newborn's *very first* utterance of 'Allah', this general supplication encapsulates the essence of seeking blessings for the child and the entire Muslim community.
How to Read
This supplication is made by the parents or guardians. It is recited with sincere intention and a hopeful heart, seeking Allah's protection and blessings for the child. Raising a child to remember Allah is a profound journey, and starting with such a heartfelt dua sets a beautiful tone.
Virtues & Benefits
The birth of a child is a monumental blessing from Allah (SWT). Making dua for them, especially seeking Allah's blessings to make the child a source of good for their parents and the wider Muslim community, carries immense reward. It reflects our understanding that children are an amanah (trust) from Allah, and their upbringing is a responsibility that shapes not only their lives but also the future of the Ummah. This act of supplication cultivates a strong connection between the parents, the child, and Allah from the earliest moments.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Huraira: When the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) was asked about the good things that one might do for his wife, he said, "Give her food when you eat, clothe her when you wear clothes, do not strike her face, do not curse her, and do not forsake her except in the house." And when asked about the good things for the children, he said, "To seek Allah's forgiveness for them is their right upon you, and to seek Allah's mercy for them is their right upon you, and to seek Allah's blessings for them is their right upon you, and to teach them the Book of Allah is their right upon you." And when asked about the good things for the parents, he said, "To seek Allah's forgiveness for them is their right upon you, and to seek Allah's mercy for them is their right upon you, and to seek Allah's blessings for them is their right upon you, and to treat them well is their right upon you." (Note: While this hadith speaks about seeking forgiveness and mercy for children, the essence of making dua for their well-being and blessings is directly related. The specific wording provided earlier is a general supplication for newborns often used by scholars.)