حمزة

Hamzeh

boyArabic, Levantine / Persian form

Hamzeh is a Muslim boy name meaning “Strong, steadfast; name of the Prophet's uncle”.

MeaningStrong, steadfast; name of the Prophet's uncle
GenderBoy
OriginArabic, Levantine / Persian form
Arabic spellingحمزة
PronunciationHAM-zeh
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Hamzeh

Hamzeh reflects how Ḥamza is pronounced in Jordan, Palestine, Lebanon and Iran, where the final -a becomes -eh. It honours Ḥamza ibn ʿAbd al-Muṭṭalib, the Prophet's uncle, celebrated as Sayyid al-Shuhadāʾ, master of the martyrs.

Is Hamzeh a Muslim name?

Yes. Hamzeh is a Muslim name, the Levantine and Persian form of Hamza.

Where is the name Hamzeh used?

Common in Jordan, Palestine, Lebanon and Iran.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Hamzeh mean?

Hamzeh means 'Strong, steadfast; name of the Prophet's uncle'. It comes from Arabic, Levantine / Persian form.

Is Hamzeh a Muslim name?

Yes. Hamzeh is a Muslim name, the Levantine and Persian form of Hamza.

How do you write Hamzeh in Arabic?

Hamzeh is written حمزة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Hamzeh?

Hamzeh is pronounced HAM-zeh.

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