Hafeez
Hafeez is a Muslim boy name meaning “Protector, preserver, guardian”.
| Meaning | Protector, preserver, guardian |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حفيظ |
| Pronunciation | ha-FEEZ |
| Arabic root | ح ف ظ (ḥ-f-ẓ) — to guard, to preserve |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hafeez
Hafeez is the South Asian spelling of Ḥafīẓ, an intensive form meaning the one who protects and preserves. Al-Ḥafīẓ is one of the names of God, so as a personal name it is very often used in the compound ʿAbd al-Ḥafīẓ (servant of the Preserver), shortened to Hafeez in everyday use. Pakistani cricketer Mohammad Hafeez is a well-known bearer.
Is Hafeez a Muslim name?
Yes. Hafeez is a Muslim boy's name of Arabic origin. Because al-Ḥafīẓ is a divine name, some families prefer the full form Abdul Hafeez.
Is Hafeez in the Quran?
God is described with this name in 'Indeed, my Lord is Guardian over all things' (Quran 11:57).
Where is the name Hafeez used?
Common in Pakistan and India, often as part of Abdul Hafeez.
Gifts with the name Hafeez
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Spellings and variants of Hafeez
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hafeez mean?
Hafeez means 'Protector, preserver, guardian'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hafeez a Muslim name?
Yes. Hafeez is a Muslim boy's name of Arabic origin. Because al-Ḥafīẓ is a divine name, some families prefer the full form Abdul Hafeez.
How do you write Hafeez in Arabic?
Hafeez is written حفيظ in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hafeez?
Hafeez is pronounced ha-FEEZ.
Is Hafeez mentioned in the Quran?
God is described with this name in 'Indeed, my Lord is Guardian over all things' (Quran 11:57).