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Hamza is a masculine name used in Arabic and Turkish. Behind the Name describes it this way: "Means ‘lion’ in Arabic, a derivative of حمز (ḥamuza) meaning ‘strong, sturdy’. This was the name of an uncle of the Prophet Muhammad who was killed in battle." It ranked #541 for boys in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, means ‘lion’ in Arabic, a derivative of حمز (ḥamuza) meaning ‘strong, sturdy’. This was the name of an uncle of the Prophet Muhammad who was killed in battle. The entry lists its usage as Arabic, Turkish, Bosnian, Uzbek and others.
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Popularity
Hamza ranked #541 for boys in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #541 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hamza mean?
Hamza means "lion", according to Behind the Name.
Is Hamza a popular name?
Hamza ranked #541 for boys in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Hamza a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Hamza appears in the boys' list; Behind the Name labels it masculine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Hamza — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
