Abdul-Hafiz
Abdul-Hafiz is a Muslim boy name meaning “Servant of the Preserver”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Preserver |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عبد الحفيظ |
| Pronunciation | ab-dul-ha-FEEZ |
| Arabic root | ع ب د (ʿ-b-d) — to worship, to serve |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Hafiz
Abdul-Hafiz is ʿAbd al-Ḥafīẓ, 'servant of the Preserver', the One who guards and keeps all things. It should not be confused with ḥāfiẓ, the title for someone who has memorised the Quran, though the two share a root. In Morocco the sultan ʿAbd al-Ḥafīẓ ruled in the early 20th century.
Is Abdul-Hafiz a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Hafiz is a Muslim name meaning 'servant of the preserver', built on al-Ḥafīẓ, one of the names of God.
Is Abdul-Hafiz in the Quran?
Hūd said: 'Indeed my Lord is Guardian (ḥafīẓ) over all things' (Quran 11:57).
Where is the name Abdul-Hafiz used?
Used in South Asia (Abdul Hafeez) and North Africa (Abdelhafid).
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Hafiz mean?
Abdul-Hafiz means 'Servant of the Preserver'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Abdul-Hafiz a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Hafiz is a Muslim name meaning 'servant of the preserver', built on al-Ḥafīẓ, one of the names of God.
How do you write Abdul-Hafiz in Arabic?
Abdul-Hafiz is written عبد الحفيظ in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abdul-Hafiz?
Abdul-Hafiz is pronounced ab-dul-ha-FEEZ.
Is Abdul-Hafiz mentioned in the Quran?
Hūd said: 'Indeed my Lord is Guardian (ḥafīẓ) over all things' (Quran 11:57).