Muizz
A boy's name of Arabic origin with 20 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
When Muizz hit its peak of 5 births in 2011, social media, global pop culture, and a growing appetite for unique names were reshaping how American parents chose names.
Today, Muizz reads as a name tied to a specific era — which is exactly what draws some parents to it.
Muizz is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Muizz is an Arabic masculine name, one of the 99 names of God in Islam: Al-Mu'izz (المُعِزّ), meaning "the Bestower of Honor," "the One who grants dignity and power," or "the Giver of Might." It was also the name of the Fatimid Caliph Al-Muizz li-Din Allah, who founded Cairo in 969 CE.
For Muslim families, naming a child Muizz is an expression of divine attributes — a hope that the child will be honored and will bring honor. It carries both theological depth and historical resonance from medieval Islamic civilization.
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Muizz is built from 5 letters and one syllable — a mid-length form that balances memorability with distinctiveness. Within the Arabic naming tradition, this brevity is common among names that have been worn down through centuries of use, shedding syllables along the way.
The interplay of consonants and vowels in Muizz creates its characteristic sharp, distinct quality. One-syllable names stand out for their directness. Every sound carries weight, making pronunciation and first impressions immediate.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Muizz has 4+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2011.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | #13425 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 15 | #13509 | — |
The Story of Muizz
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2011, Muizz is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Muizz are most likely born between 2011 and 2020.
How rare is Muizz?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Muizz is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2011, peaked in the 2010s with 15 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(4 years, 2011–2020)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 | #13425 |
| 2015 | 5 | #13422 |
| 2014 | 5 | #13411 |
| 2011 | 5 | #13694 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2011–2020