Haafiz
Haafiz is a Muslim boy name meaning “Guardian; one who has memorised the Quran”.
| Meaning | Guardian; one who has memorised the Quran |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حافظ |
| Pronunciation | HAH-fiz |
| Arabic root | ح ف ظ (ḥ-f-ẓ) — to guard, to preserve, to memorise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Haafiz
Haafiz (ḥāfiẓ) means guardian or preserver, and it is the title given to someone who has memorised the whole Quran. It is also a name of God, al-Ḥāfiẓ, the Preserver. The Persian poet Ḥāfiẓ of Shiraz took his pen name from it because he knew the Quran by heart. In Urdu the ẓ is pronounced z, giving Hafiz.
Is Haafiz a Muslim name?
Yes. Haafiz is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, honoured both as a title for memorisers of the Quran and as a quality of God.
Is Haafiz in the Quran?
The word is used of God: 'Allah is the best guardian (khayrun ḥāfiẓā), and He is the most merciful of the merciful' (Quran 12:64).
Where is the name Haafiz used?
Used across the Muslim world; Hafez is the Iranian and Arabic spelling.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Haafiz mean?
Haafiz means 'Guardian; one who has memorised the Quran'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Haafiz a Muslim name?
Yes. Haafiz is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, honoured both as a title for memorisers of the Quran and as a quality of God.
How do you write Haafiz in Arabic?
Haafiz is written حافظ in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Haafiz?
Haafiz is pronounced HAH-fiz.
Is Haafiz mentioned in the Quran?
The word is used of God: 'Allah is the best guardian (khayrun ḥāfiẓā), and He is the most merciful of the merciful' (Quran 12:64).