Hamza
“Strong, steadfast”Muslim boy name · Arabic origin
MeaningStrong, steadfast
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
First letterH
What does Hamza mean?
Hamza is a beautiful Muslim boy name of Arabic origin. It means “Strong, steadfast”. Uncle of the Prophet ﷺ, Sayyid-ush-Shuhada.
Naming a child after the Prophets, the Companions and the righteous is a cherished tradition: it connects the child to a noble example from the very first day.
The Prophet ﷺ encouraged parents to choose names with good meanings, and to perform the Aqiqah and shave the baby’s head on the seventh day.