Aziz

/ah-ZEEZ/

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Meaning

Powerful, beloved, noble

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Quranic Attribute of Allah

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic عزيز

Urdu عزیز

Persian عزیز

Bengali আজিজ

Pashto عزیز

Alternate Spellings

Azeez

If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Aziz is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Powerful, beloved, noble', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Quranic regions, Aziz has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Aziz comes from the Arabic root '-z-z, meaning "mighty," "powerful," or "cherished." Al-Aziz (The Almighty) is one of the ninety-nine names of Allah, giving this name a strong devotional resonance.

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Etymology

From the Arabic root ع-ز-ز (ʿ-z-z, 'to be strong, mighty, dear'). Aziz means 'powerful,' 'cherished,' or 'dear.'

Islamic Significance

Al-Aziz ('The Almighty') is traditionally counted among the 99 Names of Allah. Separately, 'al-Aziz' is also the title used in Surah 12 (Yusuf) for the Egyptian official who purchased and employed Yusuf - a position title rather than a personal name in that context.

Quranic Connection

Al-Aziz appears widely as a divine attribute (e.g. 3:6, 9:40, 59:23); the title is also used for the Egyptian official throughout Surah 12, for example in verse 30.