Azzah
Azzah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Young gazelle; honour”.
| Meaning | Young gazelle; honour |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عزّة |
| Pronunciation | AZ-zah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Sudan, Gulf States, Yemen |
Meaning and origin of Azzah
Azzah is an old Arabic name with two possible readings. Classical dictionaries describe it as a young female gazelle, though the same letters read as ʿizza mean 'might' or 'honour'. Early Arabic literature made it famous as the name of the woman loved by the Umayyad poet Kuthayyir, who became known as Kuthayyir ʿAzza because of her. The name lives on in Egypt, Sudan, Yemen and the Gulf.
Is Azzah a Muslim name?
Azzah is an old Arabic name still given by Muslim families, meaning young gazelle and linked with honour.
How popular is Azzah?
It is most often found in Egypt, Sudan, Yemen and the Gulf.
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Spellings and variants of Azzah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Azzah mean?
Azzah means 'Young gazelle; honour'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Azzah a Muslim name?
Azzah is an old Arabic name still given by Muslim families, meaning young gazelle and linked with honour.
How do you pronounce Azzah?
Azzah is pronounced AZ-zah.
Is Azzah a boy or girl name?
Azzah is usually a girl name.