Hamza
Hamza is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Strong, steadfast, or lion.
Origin and history
Hamza is a traditional masculine name of Arabic origin meaning strong, steadfast, or lion. It was historically borne by Hamza ibn Abdul-Muttalib, an uncle and companion of the Prophet Muhammad. In the United States, its usage has grown steadily, reaching the top 600 names for boys in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
10,573 babies in the United States have been named Hamza since 1880. It ranks #1166 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #574.
States where it is most popular
- NY (15 %)
- CA (13.5 %)
- TX (9.1 %)
- MN (8 %)
- IL (7.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 10 |
| 1980-1990 | 143 |
| 1990-2000 | 863 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,694 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,928 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,935 |
Famous people named Hamza
- Hamza Haq: Actor
Fun facts
- Hamza ibn Abdul-Muttalib was known as the 'Lion of God' for his bravery.
- The name has seen an increase in U.S. birth registrations since 2000.