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Hamza (Arabic: حَمْزَة) is an Arabic masculine given name meaning 'lion', 'strong', and 'steadfast'[citation:6]. It was borne by one of the Islamic prophet Muhammad's uncles, Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib, a wrestler and an archer who was renowned for his strength and bravery in battle[citation:6]. His exploits were detailed in the Hamzanama, an adventure epic written in Persian[citation:6]. The name is highly revered and symbolizes courage and loyalty. It is widely used across the Muslim world and has gained popularity in Western countries as well.
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Hamza
Hamza (Arabic: حَمْزَة) is an Arabic masculine given name meaning 'lion', 'strong', and 'steadfast'[citation:6]. It was borne by one of the Islamic prophet Muhammad's uncles, Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib, a wrestler and an archer who was renowned for his strength and bravery in battle[citation:6]. His exploits were detailed in the Hamzanama, an adventure epic written in Persian[citation:6]. The name is highly revered and symbolizes courage and loyalty. It is widely used across the Muslim world and has gained popularity in Western countries as well.
حمزہ
حمزہ عربی نام ہے جس کا مطلب ہے 'شیر' یا 'مضبوط' ہے[citation:6]۔ یہ نام نبی کریم کے چچا حمزہ بن عبدالمطلب سے منسلک ہے، جو اپنی طاقت اور بہادری کے لیے مشہور تھے[citation:6]۔
حَمْزَة
حمزة اسم علم مذكر عربي يعني 'الأسد' و 'القوي' و 'الثابت'[citation:6]. كان هذا اسم عم النبي محمد، حمزة بن عبد المطلب، الذي اشتهر بقوته وشجاعته في المعركة[citation:6]. الاسم محترم للغاية ويرمز إلى الشجاعة والولاء.
Companionship
Uncle of Prophet Muhammad, renowned for his strength and bravery in battle, known as the 'Lion of Allah'[citation:6].
Acting
Pakistani actor, model, and film director[citation:6].
Royalty
Son of the late King Hussein of Jordan[citation:6].
Sports
Turkish Graeco-Roman style wrestler[citation:6].
Era: c. 568-625 CE
Uncle and companion of Prophet Muhammad, known as the 'Lion of Allah' and 'Master of the Martyrs'[citation:6].
Hamza is the name of the beloved uncle of Prophet Muhammad, making it a highly recommended and blessed name[citation:6].
Scholar Consensus: agreed
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