What is the meaning of the name Mahfuz in Islam?

Mahfuz (Arabic: محفوظ) means "Protected, guarded by Allah" in Arabic. It is a boy's name used by Muslims worldwide.

Is Mahfuz a good Islamic name?

Yes, Mahfuz is considered a good Islamic name as it carries a positive meaning: "Protected, guarded by Allah". Names with good meanings are encouraged in Islam, and the Prophet ﷺ recommended naming children with beautiful names.

Boy Arabic

Mahfuz

محفوظ

Meaning

Protected, guarded by Allah

Gender

Boy's name

Origin

Arabic

Popularity

popular

Mahfuz (محفوظ) is an Arabic name meaning "Protected, guarded by Allah". The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: "On the Day of Judgement you will be called by your names and your fathers' names, so make your names good." (Abu Dawud)

More Boy's Names Starting with M

Muhammad

Praised

محمد

Musa

Drawn from the water (Moses)

موسى

Muadh

One who seeks refuge in Allah

معاذ

Mikail

Who is like God (Archangel)

ميكائيل

Mahmoud

Praiseworthy

محمود

Majid

Glorious

ماجد

Malik

King

مالك

Mansur

Victorious

منصور

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