Hamza
حمزة/HAM-za/
Lion; strong and steadfast
About the name Hamza
Hamza means the lion, strong and steadfast, a name that roars with courage and resolve. It derives from an Arabic root suggesting strength and sharpness, and it is famously the name of Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib, the valiant uncle of the Prophet Muhammad, known as the 'Lion of God.' The name conveys bravery, dignity, and unshakable resolve. Hamza is enormously popular across the Muslim world and increasingly in Europe.
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Arabic
- In Arabic
- حمزة
- Pronunciation
- HAM-za
- Also spelled
- Hamzah, Hamzeh
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hamza mean?+
Hamza (حمزة) is a name of Arabic origin, meaning “Lion; strong and steadfast”.
What is the origin of the name Hamza?+
Hamza is a name of Arabic origin.
Is Hamza a boy or a girl name?+
Hamza is traditionally used as a boy's name.
How is Hamza pronounced and spelled?+
Hamza is pronounced HAM-za and is written حمزة in Arabic. It is also spelled Hamzah, Hamzeh.