Hafizah
Hafizah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Guardian; Quran memoriser”.
| Meaning | Guardian; Quran memoriser |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حافظة |
| Pronunciation | HAA-fi-zah |
| Arabic root | ح ف ظ (ḥ-f-ẓ) — to guard, to preserve, to memorise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hafizah
Hafizah is the spelling of Hāfiẓa with a final 'h' for the Arabic tāʾ marbūṭa, a style common in Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore. It means a woman who protects or preserves, and is also the title given to women who have memorised the Quran. It is often combined with another name, as in Nur Hafizah.
Is Hafizah a Muslim name?
Yes. Hafizah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'guardian'. It is especially popular in the Malay world.
Is Hafizah in the Quran?
The root ḥ-f-ẓ appears in: 'Indeed, We sent down the Reminder, and indeed We will be its guardian' (Quran 15:9).
Where is the name Hafizah used?
Very common in Malaysia, Brunei, Singapore and Indonesia, often as part of a double name.
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Spellings and variants of Hafizah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hafizah mean?
Hafizah means 'Guardian; Quran memoriser'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hafizah a Muslim name?
Yes. Hafizah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'guardian'. It is especially popular in the Malay world.
How do you write Hafizah in Arabic?
Hafizah is written حافظة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hafizah?
Hafizah is pronounced HAA-fi-zah.
Is Hafizah mentioned in the Quran?
The root ḥ-f-ẓ appears in: 'Indeed, We sent down the Reminder, and indeed We will be its guardian' (Quran 15:9).