شازیہ

Shazia

girlUrdu / Persian

Shazia is a Muslim girl name meaning “Rare, unique”.

MeaningRare, unique
GenderGirl
OriginUrdu / Persian
Arabic spellingشازیہ
PronunciationSHAA-zee-ah
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Shazia

Shazia is a girl's name used mainly in Pakistan and India. It is usually explained from Persian shāz, 'rare, unusual, unique', though the exact derivation is not certain, and some link it to the Arabic shādh(dh), 'rare'. It was one of the most popular Pakistani girls' names of the 1970s and 1980s.

Is Shazia a Muslim name?

Yes. Shazia is a name used by Muslim families, mainly in Pakistan and India, generally explained as meaning rare or unique.

Where is the name Shazia used?

Very common in Pakistan and among Pakistani families in the UK.

Gifts with the name Shazia

As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We may earn a small commission from these links, at no extra cost to you.

Spellings and variants of Shazia

ShaziyaShazya

Read more

More girl names like Shazia

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Shazia mean?

Shazia means 'Rare, unique'. It comes from Urdu / Persian.

Is Shazia a Muslim name?

Yes. Shazia is a name used by Muslim families, mainly in Pakistan and India, generally explained as meaning rare or unique.

How do you write Shazia in Arabic?

Shazia is written شازیہ in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Shazia?

Shazia is pronounced SHAA-zee-ah.

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