Kenza
Kenza is a Muslim girl name of Arabic (Maghrebi) origin, meaning “A precious treasure”.
| Meaning | A precious treasure |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic (Maghrebi) |
| Written as | كنزة |
| Pronunciation | KEN-zah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Morocco, Algeria, France, Belgium |
Meaning and origin of Kenza
Kanz means treasure, from the root k-n-z, to store up something precious, and Kenza is a North African feminine name built on it. Moroccan and Algerian parents rank it among their favourite girls' names, and it is widespread among French Muslims with roots in the Maghreb. An early, famous bearer was Kenza al-Awrabiyya. This Berber woman married Idris I, who founded the Idrisid state, and she was the mother of Idris II.
Is Kenza a Muslim name?
In Morocco the name recalls Kenza al-Awrabiyya, and its root is Quranic, as in the wall that hid 'a treasure for them' belonging to two orphan boys (Quran 18:82).
How popular is Kenza?
It is hugely popular in Morocco and Algeria and with North African families in France and Belgium.
Gifts with the name Kenza
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Kenza
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kenza mean?
Kenza means 'A precious treasure'. It is of Arabic (Maghrebi) origin.
Is Kenza a Muslim name?
In Morocco the name recalls Kenza al-Awrabiyya, and its root is Quranic, as in the wall that hid 'a treasure for them' belonging to two orphan boys (Quran 18:82).
How do you pronounce Kenza?
Kenza is pronounced KEN-zah.
Is Kenza a boy or girl name?
Kenza is usually a girl name.