امتیاز

Imtiyaz

boyArabic, Urdu usage

Imtiyaz is a Muslim boy name meaning “Distinction, honour, excellence”.

MeaningDistinction, honour, excellence
GenderBoy
OriginArabic, Urdu usage
Arabic spellingامتیاز
Pronunciationim-ti-YAAZ
Arabic rootم ي ز (m-y-z) — to distinguish, set apart
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Imtiyaz

Imtiyaz is a closer transliteration of the Arabic imtiyāz than the more common Imtiaz, keeping the 'y' sound. It means distinction and excellence. The name is used mainly in India and Pakistan, while in modern Arabic the word itself is an everyday term for a privilege or a top grade.

Is Imtiyaz a Muslim name?

Yes. Imtiyaz is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning distinction, used mostly in India and Pakistan.

Where is the name Imtiyaz used?

Used mostly in India, with some use in Pakistan.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Imtiyaz mean?

Imtiyaz means 'Distinction, honour, excellence'. It comes from Arabic, Urdu usage.

Is Imtiyaz a Muslim name?

Yes. Imtiyaz is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning distinction, used mostly in India and Pakistan.

How do you write Imtiyaz in Arabic?

Imtiyaz is written امتیاز in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Imtiyaz?

Imtiyaz is pronounced im-ti-YAAZ.

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