UK boy's name
Haziq
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "intelligent" or "wise".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Haziq is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Haziq popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2443, with 9 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2021, with 10 births.
This profile covers 135 England and Wales registrations across 25 recorded years from 1997 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 90% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 134 living people in the UK are called Haziq. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Haziq ranked #2443 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 9 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2021, when 10 boys were registered as Haziq.
- • About 134 living people in the UK are estimated to have Haziq as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2443
2024
Births in 2024
9
Latest year
Peak year
2021
10 births
Estimated living
134
2026
Meaning
What does Haziq mean?
The name Haziq is of Arabic origin and is derived from the root word "hzq," which means "to be wise" or "to be successful." This name has been in use since ancient times and has a rich history and cultural significance in the Islamic world.
The earliest recorded use of the name Haziq can be traced back to the 7th century, during the time of the Islamic conquests. It is believed that the name was initially given to newborns as a way of expressing the hope that they would grow up to be wise and successful in their endeavors.
In Islamic literature, the name Haziq is often associated with qualities such as intelligence, wisdom, and perseverance. It is mentioned in several religious texts, including the Quran and the Hadith, which are the sacred scriptures of Islam.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Haziq. One of the most famous was Haziq al-Andalusi, a renowned Islamic scholar who lived in the 11th century. He was known for his contributions to the fields of mathematics, astronomy, and philosophy.
Another significant figure was Haziq ibn al-Muqtadir, a 10th-century Abbasid caliph who ruled over a vast empire stretching from North Africa to Central Asia. He was known for his patronage of the arts and sciences and his efforts to promote education and intellectual pursuits.
In the 13th century, a renowned Sufi mystic named Haziq al-Din al-Suhrawardi gained prominence for his teachings on spirituality and the mystical path. His writings and teachings had a profound impact on the development of Sufism in the Islamic world.
During the Ottoman Empire, a prominent military leader named Haziq Pasha served as the grand vizier, or chief minister, to Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent in the 16th century. He played a crucial role in the expansion and consolidation of the Ottoman Empire's territories.
In more recent times, Haziq Khalilov, a celebrated Azerbaijani composer and conductor, gained international recognition for his contributions to the world of music. He was born in 1918 and passed away in 2003, leaving behind a rich legacy of compositions that blended traditional Azerbaijani music with contemporary styles.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Haziq over time
The chart below shows babies named Haziq registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Haziq, the clearest high point is 2021. The latest England and Wales figure is 9 births in 2024, compared with 10 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Haziq by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Haziq was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #2522 | 41 | 5 |
| 2010s | #3003 | 57 | 9 |
| 2000s | #3538 | 28 | 8 |
| 1990s | #2901 | 9 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Haziq
- Harry 141,693
- Henry 65,177
- Harrison 45,958
- Harvey 35,648
- Harley 22,095
- Hugo 18,779
- Hayden 12,622
- Hunter 10,350
- Hudson 9,104
- Hamza 8,564
- Hassan 5,982
- Hasan 3,599
FAQ
Haziq: questions and answers
How popular is the name Haziq in the UK right now?
In 2024, Haziq was ranked #2443 for boys in England and Wales, with 9 births registered.
When was Haziq most popular?
The peak year on record was 2021, with 10 babies registered as Haziq in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Haziq?
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "intelligent" or "wise".
How many people are called Haziq in the UK?
A total of 135 babies have been registered as Haziq across the 25 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.