Rising since 1987, #2,539 for boys today.
Popularity of Mazen since 1971
Babies named Mazen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 59 |
| 1980s | 111 |
| 1990s | 173 |
| 2000s | 280 |
| 2010s | 479 |
| 2020s | 337 |
Meaning & origin
Mazen is a name of Arabic origin that has seen a steady rise in use since 1987. In 2025, it ranked 2,539 with about 1 in 32,848 boys receiving the name. Its peak year so far was 2024, and it first appeared in U.S. records in 1971. The name is most popular in Illinois, California, and Texas. Mazen's meaning is often tied to generosity or blessing, and it has gained traction among families seeking a distinctive yet culturally rich name.
Mazen is a name of debated Arabic origin. It may be related to the Arabic root m-z-n, meaning 'to give' or 'to bestow', or to the word for 'blessing'. Some sources connect it to the name of a tribe in pre-Islamic Arabia. The name has been used in the Middle East and North Africa for generations, with increased usage in English-speaking countries in recent decades.
Where Mazen is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Mazen” around the world
Where Mazen lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
30
babies in 2024
Quebec
5
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Maz, Zen
Sibling names for Mazen
Names that share Mazen's style, for a brother or sister.
