Izz
Izz is a Muslim boy name meaning “Might, honour, glory”.
| Meaning | Might, honour, glory |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عز |
| Pronunciation | IZZ |
| Arabic root | ع ز ز (ʿ-z-z) — to be mighty, to be honoured |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Izz
Izz (ʿIzz) means might, honour and dignity, and is the root of al-ʿAzīz, 'the Almighty', one of the names of God. On its own it is a short modern name, but it is best known in compounds such as ʿIzz al-Dīn ('might of the faith'), the title of many scholars and rulers, including the jurist ʿIzz al-Dīn ibn ʿAbd al-Salām.
Is Izz a Muslim name?
Yes. Izz is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning might and honour.
Is Izz in the Quran?
'And to Allah belongs honour (al-ʿizza), and to His Messenger and to the believers' (Quran 63:8).
Where is the name Izz used?
Used in the Arab world, often spelled Ezz in Egypt.
Gifts with the name Izz
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Spellings and variants of Izz
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Izz mean?
Izz means 'Might, honour, glory'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Izz a Muslim name?
Yes. Izz is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning might and honour.
How do you write Izz in Arabic?
Izz is written عز in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Izz?
Izz is pronounced IZZ.
Is Izz mentioned in the Quran?
'And to Allah belongs honour (al-ʿizza), and to His Messenger and to the believers' (Quran 63:8).