"honor, glory, prestige"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Izzah
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An Arabic jewel meaning honor and divine glory
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The Story of Izzah
Izzah (also spelled Izza or Izzah) comes from the Arabic root i-z-z meaning honor, might, and glory. In Islamic tradition, Al-Aziz is one of the 99 names of Allah meaning the Mighty or the Honorable, making Izzah a name with deep spiritual resonance. It is widely used across Muslim-majority countries from Malaysia to Pakistan to the Arab world.
Izzah has remained a steady choice among Muslim families globally, prized for its meaningful connection to honor and divine attributes. It gained some crossover appeal in Western countries as parents seek short, strong names with spiritual depth.
In Islamic naming tradition, Izzah carries profound significance as it shares its root with Al-Aziz, one of the divine names. In Malay and Urdu-speaking communities, Izzah is associated with dignity and social standing.
Historical Record
Izzah first appeared in US Social Security records in 2005.
Over 219 babies have been named Izzah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Izzah is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #5,180 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Izzah shares a root with the Arabic word izza meaning power and honor
- The name appears in Quranic verse 4:139 in the context of seeking honor through God
Izzah in Other Languages
Urdu
عزہ
Malay
Izzah
Arabic
عِزَّة
Turkish
İzza
Indonesian
Izzah
Popularity Over Time
#5,180
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Izzah
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Izzah Anwar Ibrahim
Politician
1986
Malaysian politician and member of parliament, daughter of opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,180
- Total SSA Count
- 25
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Islamic Malaysian Pakistani
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Izzy
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, elegant style, extended 2-3 combo
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Frequently Asked Questions About Izzah
What does the name Izzah mean?
"honor, glory, prestige" (from Arabic). "might, power" (from Arabic). Izzah (also spelled Izza or Izzah) comes from the Arabic root i-z-z meaning honor, might, and glory. In Islamic tradition, Al-Aziz is one of the 99 names of Allah meaning the Mighty or the Honorable, making Izzah a name with deep spiritual resonance. It is widely used across Muslim-majority countries from Malaysia to Pakistan to the Arab world.
What is the origin of the name Izzah?
Izzah has Arabic, Islamic, Malaysian, and Pakistani origins. In Arabic, it means "honor, glory, prestige". In Arabic, it means "might, power".
Is Izzah a boy or girl name?
Izzah is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Izzah?
Izzah is currently ranked #5180 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Izzah?
Common nicknames for Izzah include Izzy.
What are good middle names for Izzah?
Popular middle name pairings include Izzah Noor, Izzah Layla, Izzah Fatima, Izzah Amara, Izzah Zara, and Izzah Hana.
What are good sibling names for Izzah?
Names that pair well with Izzah as siblings include Zara, Yusuf, Amir, Nadia, Ibrahim, and Laila.
How many syllables does Izzah have?
Izzah has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Izzah a common or rare name?
Izzah is an uncommon name, ranked #5180 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Izzah?
Are there other spellings for Izzah?
Related spellings include Izzabella.
About the Name Izzah
Izzah is a girl name with Arabic, Islamic, Malaysian, and Pakistani origins . The name means "honor, glory, prestige" in Arabic .
Izzah is currently ranked #5,180 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Izzah has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Izzah include Izzy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Izzah include Izzabella . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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