Hafiz

Hafiz Meaning & Origin

About Hafiz
The name "Hafiz" is of Arabic origin and has multiple meanings. It is derived from the Arabic word "hafiz" which means "guardian" or "custodian." In Islamic tradition, it specifically refers to someone who has memorized the entire Quran, becoming a guardian of its teachings. Additionally, "Hafiz" can also mean "one who protects" or "one who remembers." It is a name that carries a sense of responsibility and knowledge, often given to individuals who are highly regarded for their wisdom and understanding.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Hafiz are male.

Hafiz Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 80% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
HFS
🗽 NYSIIS
HA
🔊 Soundex
H0102
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
HH AE1 F IH0 Z
🌐 IPA
/hafiz*/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('HFS', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
H120

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Hafiz in Braille

Here's how to represent Hafiz in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Hafiz in braille

How to Spell the Name Hafiz in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Hafiz using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Hafiz in sign language

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