ناز

Naz

girlPersian, used in Turkish and Urdu

Naz is a Muslim girl name meaning “Grace, charm, playful pride”.

MeaningGrace, charm, playful pride
GenderGirl
OriginPersian, used in Turkish and Urdu
Arabic spellingناز
PronunciationNAAZ
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Naz

Naz is the Persian nāz, the playful charm and graceful pride of someone beloved. It is the base of many names such as Nazanin, Nazli and Nazish. On its own Naz is used as a girls' name in Turkey, Iran and Pakistan, and also as a nickname for longer names.

Is Naz a Muslim name?

Yes. Naz is used by Muslim families in Turkey, Iran and South Asia. It is a Persian name, not an Arabic one.

Where is the name Naz used?

Used in Turkey, Iran, Pakistan and among Kurds.

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Spellings and variants of Naz

NaazNazliNazlı

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Naz mean?

Naz means 'Grace, charm, playful pride'. It comes from Persian, used in Turkish and Urdu.

Is Naz a Muslim name?

Yes. Naz is used by Muslim families in Turkey, Iran and South Asia. It is a Persian name, not an Arabic one.

How do you write Naz in Arabic?

Naz is written ناز in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Naz?

Naz is pronounced NAAZ.

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