الماس

Almaz

boyPersian, via Turkic

Almaz is a Muslim boy name meaning “Diamond”.

MeaningDiamond
GenderBoy
OriginPersian, via Turkic
Arabic spellingالماس
Pronunciational-MAHZ
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Almaz

Almaz comes from the Persian almās, meaning diamond, which also passed into Arabic, Turkic and Russian. As a boys' name it is common among Tatars, Bashkirs and Kyrgyz, while in some other places, such as Ethiopia, Almaz is a girls' name. It suggests something precious and strong.

Is Almaz a Muslim name?

Yes. Almaz is used by Muslim Tatars, Bashkirs and Kyrgyz. It is a Persian word meaning diamond.

Where is the name Almaz used?

Common among Tatars, Bashkirs, Kyrgyz and Kazakhs.

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Spellings and variants of Almaz

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Almaz mean?

Almaz means 'Diamond'. It comes from Persian, via Turkic.

Is Almaz a Muslim name?

Yes. Almaz is used by Muslim Tatars, Bashkirs and Kyrgyz. It is a Persian word meaning diamond.

How do you write Almaz in Arabic?

Almaz is written الماس in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Almaz?

Almaz is pronounced al-MAHZ.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.