Mazen
Mazen is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Rain clouds or one who praises.
Origin and history
Mazen is a masculine name of Arabic origin that translates to rain clouds or the act of praising. It has seen steady usage in the United States, particularly as multicultural names gain popularity. While relatively rare overall, its usage has increased in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
1,439 babies in the United States have been named Mazen since 1880. It ranks #3286 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1590.
States where it is most popular
- CA (28.3 %)
- NY (25.6 %)
- MI (15.8 %)
- TX (11.7 %)
- NJ (4.7 %)
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 | 59 |
| 1980-1990 | 111 |
| 1990-2000 | 173 |
| 2000-2010 | 280 |
| 2010-2019 | 479 |
| 2020-2029 | 337 |
Famous people named Mazen
- Mazen Hesham: Squash Player, Athlete
Fun facts
- In classical Arabic literature, rain clouds represent blessing and generosity, giving the name a highly positive connotation.
- More than twenty percent of all U.S. births recorded for this name since 1880 occurred within the 2020-2025 period.