Boy name
Hamzah name meaning
“lion; firmness or prowess”
Hamzah is a male name from Arabic Ḥamza, commonly linked to a lion, firmness, or prowess. Its traditional associations include the lion and the idea of prowess. In Islamic history, the name is known through Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib, the Prophet Muhammad’s uncle and Companion.
What does Hamzah mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Hamzah
From Arabic Ḥamza, traditionally associated with a lion and prowess. In Islamic history it is known through Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib, the Prophet Muhammad's uncle and Companion.
| Linguistic origin | Arabic |
|---|---|
| Naming tradition | Islamic |
| In Islamic history | Companions of the Prophet |
| Starts with | H · Ha |
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Hamzah in Islam and the Quran
Hamzah does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Hamzah
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Hamzah, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Hamzah as a first name
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Hamzah Rafi
Interpretation
A picture of a noble lion holding an elevated position.Meaning of each word
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
- Rafi: high-ranking, exalted
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Interpretation
A picture of a lion in a heavenly garden fragrant with basil.Meaning of each word
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
- Rayhan: fragrant plant, basil
- Pirdaus: paradise, heavenly garden
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Interpretation
A picture of a lion achieving victory and occupying a throne.Meaning of each word
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
- Dhofir: one who achieves victory
- Arsya: throne
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Hamzah Riski
Interpretation
May he receive provisions for life, pictured as a lion.Meaning of each word
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
- Riski: sustenance, provision for life
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Interpretation
A picture of a lion following a path with reason and judgment.Meaning of each word
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
- Sabil: way or path
- Agil: intelligent and capable of sound judgment
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Interpretation
A picture of a lion welcoming victory with joy within.Meaning of each word
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
- Fathi: associated with opening or victory
- Sururi: associated with joy
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Hamzah Syukron
Interpretation
A picture of a lion accompanying a heartfelt expression of thanks.Meaning of each word
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
- Syukron: an expression of thanks
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Hamzah Qodir
Interpretation
A picture of a lion possessing both capability and power.Meaning of each word
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
- Qodir: capable, powerful
Hamzah as a middle name
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Interpretation
May he pursue knowledge with natural simplicity, pictured as a lion.Meaning of each word
- Fitrianto: natural, innate
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
- Bagir: one who delves into knowledge
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Interpretation
A picture of a lion upon a throne after achieving victory.Meaning of each word
- Arsy: throne or royal seat
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
- Fauzul: success, attainment of victory
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Interpretation
A picture of a defending lion warding off danger and achieving success.Meaning of each word
- Daffa: defender, repeller of harm
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
- Faza: to win, succeed
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Interpretation
A picture of a young man achieving victory, symbolized by a lion.Meaning of each word
- Dhofir: one who achieves victory
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
- Ghulam: boy, young man
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Interpretation
A picture of a great lion with knowledge across many disciplines.Meaning of each word
- Akbar: greater, greatest
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
- Ulum: sciences, branches of knowledge
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Interpretation
May he enjoy greater good fortune and express thanks, symbolized by a lion.Meaning of each word
- Ahza: more fortunate
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
- Syukron: an expression of thanks
Hamzah as a last name
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Azka Hamzah
Interpretation
A picture of a lion with greater purity and cleanliness.Meaning of each word
- Azka: purer, more virtuous
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
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Sami Hamzah
Interpretation
A picture of a lofty lion with an elevated standing.Meaning of each word
- Sami: exalted, elevated in rank
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
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Mubarak Hamzah
Interpretation
A picture of a lion whose life is filled with blessings.Meaning of each word
- Mubarak: endowed with blessings
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
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Rizky Hamzah
Interpretation
May he receive provisions for living, pictured through a lion.Meaning of each word
- Rizky: sustenance, provision
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
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Fajri Hamzah
Interpretation
A picture of a lion appearing with the light of dawn.Meaning of each word
- Fajri: relating to dawn
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
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Interpretation
A picture of a clean soldier maintaining cleanliness, symbolized by a lion.Meaning of each word
- Askari: soldier or serviceman
- Nadhif: clean and well kept
- Hamzah: lion; firmness or prowess
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How to pronounce Hamzah
| Syllables | 2 · 6 letters · 6-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /hamzah/ |
| Arabic script | حمزة |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦩ꧀ꦗ꦳ꦃ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮠᮙ᮪ᮐᮂ |
Is Hamzah a boy’s name?
Yes, Hamzah is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 93% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Hamzah ranks #120 among boy names in our data sample (132 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Hamzah
Names with related meanings
Famous people named Hamzah
- Hamzah Haz · b. 1940
- Hamzah al-Fansuri · b. 1550
- Hamzah Sulaeman · b. 1950
- Andi Hamzah · b. 1933
- Hamzah Shopi · b. 1985
- Hamzah Sulaiman
- Teuku Hamzah · b. 1924
- .A. Hamzah Muhsin
- Andi Hamzah · b. 1970
- Andi Hamzah Pangki · b. 1973
- H Hamzah Abbas · b. 1956
- Hamzah · b. 1980
FAQ about the name Hamzah
What is the meaning of Hamzah?
Hamzah means lion; firmness or prowess. From Arabic Ḥamza, traditionally associated with a lion and prowess. In Islamic history it is known through Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib, the Prophet Muhammad's uncle and Companion.
Is Hamzah a boy’s name?
Yes, Hamzah is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 93% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Hamzah?
Hamzah is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Hamzah in the Quran?
Hamzah does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Hamzah have?
Hamzah has 2 syllables (Ham-zah) and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Hamzah?
Hamzah ranks #120 among boy names in our data sample (132 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Hamzah?
Some ideas: Hamzah Rafi; Fitrianto Hamzah Bagir; Azka Hamzah.
Famous people named Hamzah?
Notable people named Hamzah include Hamzah Haz, Hamzah al-Fansuri, Hamzah Sulaeman.
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