Hamza

♂ Boy

Pronounced HAHM-zah /ˈhæm.zə/High

Meaning: From Arabic Hamza, derived from the root h-m-z meaning 'to be strong' or 'to be steadfast'; also associated with the hamza (ء), a letter of the Arabic alphabet, and with the lion as a symbol of strength; most famously borne by Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib, uncle of the Prophet MuhammadHigh

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Origin HighArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic Hamza, derived from the root h-m-z meaning 'to be strong' or 'to be steadfast'; also associated with the hamza (ء), a letter of the Arabic alphabet, and with the lion as a symbol of strength; most famously borne by Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib, uncle of the Prophet Muhammad

U.S. rank (2025)#541 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births556 boys (0.03% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 10,573

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Hamza comes from Arabic h-m-z (to be strong, steadfast). The name belongs to the same family as the letter name hamza (ء), the glottal stop letter of the Arabic alphabet. The name's greatest bearer was Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib (c. 568–625 CE), foster-brother and uncle of the Prophet Muhammad, celebrated as one of the finest warriors of early Islam and martyred at the Battle of Uhud.

Hamza is common across the Arab world, Turkey, Pakistan, and Muslim communities globally. In the United States it entered name charts in the early 2000s and has been climbing steadily, now ranking in the top 300. Its two-syllable strength and deep Islamic heritage appeal to Muslim families worldwide, and its pronounceability has given it crossover recognition.

Did you know? Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib, uncle of the Prophet Muhammad, was nicknamed Asad Allah ('Lion of God') for his valor in battle and is revered as a martyr of Islam, giving the name Hamza a deeply heroic and sacred resonance.

Overall data confidence 94%

Behind the Name — Hamza — etymology and Islamic contextU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

HamzahHamzeh

Nicknames

Ham

Famous Bearers

★Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib (568–625)
Uncle of the Prophet Muhammad, Islamic warrior nicknamed 'Lion of God,' martyred at the Battle of Uhud.

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Hamza mean?

Hamza comes from Arabic h-m-z meaning 'to be strong' or 'steadfast.' It is most famous as the name of Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib, the Prophet Muhammad's uncle and a celebrated Islamic warrior.

How do you pronounce Hamza?

It is said HAHM-zah — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Hamza a boy or girl name?

Hamza is used almost exclusively as a boys' name.

How popular is Hamza?

Hamza ranks in the U.S. top 300 and is widely common across the Arab world, Turkey, and South Asia.