Hafiz
Arabic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Hafiz
The name 'Hafiz' means "guardian" or "memorizer," derived from the Arabic root *ḥ-f-ẓ* (حفظ), signifying one who preserves or protects, particularly the Quran.
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Etymology
The name 'Hafiz' means "guardian" or "memorizer," derived from the Arabic root *ḥ-f-ẓ* (حفظ), signifying one who preserves or protects, particularly the Quran. It is predominantly used in Islamic cultures, where it historically denotes a person who has memorized the entire Quran, a title of high religious respect.
Hafiz currently ranks #9,201 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2016.
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