Holding steady.
Popularity of Humzah since 1995
Babies named Humzah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 36 |
| 2000s | 83 |
| 2010s | 34 |
| 2020s | 13 |
Meaning & origin
Humzah is a spelling variant of the classic Arabic name Hamza, meaning 'lion' or 'brave'. In the United States, it first appeared on records in 1995 and saw its highest rank of 2,509 in 1999. Since then, its usage has remained stable, consistently appearing each year through 2025, though it has never entered the top 1,000 names. The variant spelling Humzah is particularly common among South Asian Muslim families, who often prefer the transliteration with a 'z' to reflect pronunciation. While no single state has shown a concentration of the name, its steady trajectory suggests a reliable, if niche, appeal among parents seeking a strong, culturally rooted name.
Humzah is a variant spelling of Hamza, an Arabic name meaning 'lion' or 'strong and steadfast'. Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad, was a notable early bearer. The spelling Humzah reflects a transliteration variant used primarily in South Asian Muslim communities, where the name has been consistently popular since the 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ham, Hummy
Sibling names for Humzah
Names that share Humzah's style, for a brother or sister.
