Hifza
Hifza is a Muslim girl name meaning “Protection, preservation, safekeeping”.
| Meaning | Protection, preservation, safekeeping |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Urdu usage |
| Arabic spelling | حفظہ |
| Pronunciation | HIF-zah |
| Arabic root | ح ف ظ (ḥ-f-ẓ) — to guard, preserve, memorise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hifza
Hifza is a girl's name popular in Pakistan, built from the Arabic ḥifẓ, which means guarding and preserving and is also the word for memorising the Quran. The feminine ending makes it a name rather than a plain noun. Its root gives Hafiz, the title for someone who has memorised the Quran, and al-Ḥafīẓ, one of the names of God.
Is Hifza a Muslim name?
Yes. Hifza is a Muslim name of Arabic origin used mainly in Pakistan, with a meaning tied to God's protection and to preserving the Quran.
Is Hifza in the Quran?
The root appears in the promise 'Indeed, We sent down the Reminder, and indeed We are its guardians' (Quran 15:9).
Where is the name Hifza used?
Mainly used in Pakistan and among Urdu-speaking families in India and the diaspora.
Gifts with the name Hifza
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Spellings and variants of Hifza
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hifza mean?
Hifza means 'Protection, preservation, safekeeping'. It comes from Arabic, Urdu usage.
Is Hifza a Muslim name?
Yes. Hifza is a Muslim name of Arabic origin used mainly in Pakistan, with a meaning tied to God's protection and to preserving the Quran.
How do you write Hifza in Arabic?
Hifza is written حفظہ in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hifza?
Hifza is pronounced HIF-zah.
Is Hifza mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in the promise 'Indeed, We sent down the Reminder, and indeed We are its guardians' (Quran 15:9).