Izzuddin
Izzuddin is a Muslim boy name meaning “Might and honour of the faith”.
| Meaning | Might and honour of the faith |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عز الدين |
| Pronunciation | iz-zud-DEEN |
| Arabic root | ع ز ز (ʿ-z-z) — to be mighty, to be honoured |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Izzuddin
Izzuddin (ʿIzz al-Dīn) means 'might of the religion' and began as an honorific title in the medieval period. Famous bearers include the great Shafiʿi jurist ʿIzz al-Dīn ibn ʿAbd al-Salām and the historian ʿIzz al-Dīn ibn al-Athīr. The Palestinian scholar ʿIzz al-Dīn al-Qassām is another well-known bearer. The joined spelling is common in Malaysia and South Asia.
Is Izzuddin a Muslim name?
Yes. Izzuddin is a classic Muslim name meaning might of the faith, borne by major Islamic scholars.
Where is the name Izzuddin used?
Used across the Muslim world; Ezzeddine in Lebanon, İzzettin in Turkey, Izzuddin in Malaysia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Izzuddin mean?
Izzuddin means 'Might and honour of the faith'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Izzuddin a Muslim name?
Yes. Izzuddin is a classic Muslim name meaning might of the faith, borne by major Islamic scholars.
How do you write Izzuddin in Arabic?
Izzuddin is written عز الدين in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Izzuddin?
Izzuddin is pronounced iz-zud-DEEN.