Hafiz
Meaningguardian · Arabic
Hafiz is an Arabic boy name meaning “guardian”. 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.
Did you know?
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Hafiz would score 20 points, thanks largely to the Z (worth 10). A high-scoring name!
- GenerationHafiz peaked in 1984, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Hafiz you'd meet today is about 41 years old. Now it's back in style, so there's a whole new generation of baby Hafizs too.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Hafiz would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 212,766 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryHafiz first shows up in US birth records in 1984, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 41 years since.
US births per million boys, 1984–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Hafiz
Hafiz is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “guardian”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1980s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Arabic names
More Arabic boy names
- Boy name: Caleb · dog, faithful
- Boy name: Silas · of the forest
- Boy name: Aaron · possibly exalted
- Boy name: Amir · prince, commander
- Boy name: Xavier · new house
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- Boy name: Muhammad · praised
- Boy name: Omar · flourishing, long-lived
Questions about the name Hafiz
What does the name Hafiz mean?
Hafiz means “guardian” and comes from Arabic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Edward (“wealthy guardian”), Eduardo (“wealthy guardian”), Alvaro (“guardian of all”) and Eddie (“wealthy guardian”).
What is the origin of the name Hafiz?
Hafiz 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 Hafiz a boy or girl name?
Hafiz is a boy name. In 2025, 8 US boys were named Hafiz.
How popular is the name Hafiz?
Hafiz ranked #8,910 for US boys in 2025, given to 8 babies. Its best year was 1984, when it reached #6,315.
What names are similar to Hafiz?
If you like Hafiz, you might also like Edward, Eduardo, Alvaro and Eddie.
What should I know before naming my baby Hafiz?
Hafiz is an Arabic boy name meaning “guardian”. 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.