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AzamIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Great, Mightiest, Supreme

Pronunciation: ah-ZAHM

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Name
Azam
Meaning
Great, Mightiest, Supreme
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
English, Urdu, Arabic, Pashto, Hindi
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ah-ZAHM
Lucky Number
8
8
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Azam mean?

Azam is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Great". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: ah-ZAHM. Lucky number: 8. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

عظّم

بزرگ، ممتاز، عظیم الشان

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

عظم

من الأكبر والجباب، عظيمة الشأن

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ah-ZAHM

IPA

/ˈɑːzæm/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Azam is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Great. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

8

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

Dark BlueGold

Lucky Stone

Onyx

Life Path Number

1

Numerology meaning: Number 8 relates to strength, authority, and balance — qualities tied closely with Azam’s powerful presence.

Personality

Personality Traits

StrongRespectedConfidentNobleA = Ambitious in purposeZ = Zealous in justiceA = Admirer of truthM = Morally upright

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Represents divine greatness, strength of faith, and a soul committed to righteousness and dignity.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Azam is popular in the Islamic world and is often given to boys. It is a title of respect and signifies power, achievement, and elevated status. It is a name that is rich in heritage and symbolizes strength and courage. Azam is a name that evokes a sense of pride and nobility.
The name Azam holds great spiritual significance in Islam. It is a reminder of the greatness and power of Allah (God), and the potential for moral and spiritual growth within each individual. The name Azam inspires individuals to strive for greatness in their character and actions, ultimately leading to a closer relationship with Allah. It is a name that embodies the principles of faith, courage, and determination.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Azam was a prominent companion of the Prophet Muhammad. The name Azam carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Azam Khan (politician)Azam Khan (cricketer)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Azam

Great, noble, majestic, eminent

🇵🇰Urdu

عظّم

بزرگ، ممتاز، عظیم الشان

🇸🇦Arabic

عظم

من الأكبر والجباب، عظيمة الشأن

🇮🇳Hindi

आज़म

बड़ा, महान, विशाल

🇦🇫Pashto

آزم

کبیر، عظیم، بزرگ

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