Hamza

Meaning of Hamza

Hamza means "strong" or "steadfast." It can also mean "lion," symbolizing courage and bravery.

Hamza has Arabic roots — browse every Arabic baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Hamza

Hamza has cooled off, slipping to #541 in 2025, down from a peak of #527 in 2024.

Notable people named Hamza

• Hamza Haq
  Pakistani-Canadian comedian
• Hamza Yusuf
  American Islamic scholar
• Hamza Choudhury
  English footballer
• Hamza Andreas Tzortzis
  British Islamic scholar
• Hamza al-Ghamdi
  9/11 hijacker

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Questions about the name Hamza

What does the name Hamza mean?

Hamza means hamza means "strong" or "steadfast." it can also mean "lion," symbolizing courage and bravery, and it comes from Arabic origins.

Is Hamza a boy's or a girl's name?

Hamza is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Hamza?

In 2025, Hamza ranked #541 for boys, down from #527 the year before.

When was Hamza most popular?

Hamza peaked at #527 in 2024.