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Aziz

Boy name · Arabic

Meaningmighty, cherished · Arabic

Aziz is an Arabic boy name meaning “mighty, cherished”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Aziz would score 22 points, thanks largely to the Z (worth 10). A high-scoring name!
  • GenerationAziz is having its moment right now. Most Azizs are still in diapers or at preschool, so picture a Gen Alpha or Gen Beta kid.
  • Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Aziz would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 22,779 baby boys got the name in 2025.
  • HistoryAziz first shows up in US birth records in 1972, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 53 years since.
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US births per million boys, 1972–2025

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Aziz

Aziz is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “mighty, cherished”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It has been around for generations, yet it's never been more loved than it is today. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

Origin:Arabic names

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Questions about the name Aziz

What does the name Aziz mean?

Aziz means “mighty, cherished” and comes from Arabic.

What is the origin of the name Aziz?

Aziz is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Caleb (“dog, faithful”), Silas (“of the forest”), Aaron (“possibly exalted”) and Amir (“prince, commander”).

Is Aziz a boy or girl name?

Aziz is a boy name. In 2025, 75 US boys were named Aziz.

How popular is the name Aziz?

Aziz ranked #2,006 for US boys in 2025, given to 75 babies. Its best year was 2024, when it reached #1,735. Over the last five years it has climbed 722 places.

What should I know before naming my baby Aziz?

Aziz is an Arabic boy name meaning “mighty, cherished”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.