UK girl's name
Ifza
An Arabic feminine name meaning "success, victory, or triumph".
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.
Ifza is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Ifza popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 8 births.
This profile covers 113 England and Wales registrations across 24 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 38% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 112 living people in the UK are called Ifza. 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
- • Ifza ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 8 girls were registered as Ifza.
- • About 112 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ifza as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5891
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2023
8 births
Estimated living
112
2026
Meaning
What does Ifza mean?
The name Ifza is believed to have originated from the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "ifzah," which means "success" or "triumph." The name Ifza is traditionally given to girls and is primarily found in the Middle East and among Muslim communities.
In Islamic history, the name Ifza is not directly mentioned in religious scriptures or ancient texts. However, its roots can be traced back to the Arabic language, which has played a significant role in the spread of Islam and the development of Islamic culture.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Ifza can be found in historical records from the medieval period, particularly in regions that were part of the Islamic empires or had significant Muslim populations. However, specific dates and individuals from this period are difficult to pinpoint due to the scarcity of written records.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Ifza:
1. Ifza al-Jazari (c. 12th century) was a renowned Muslim engineer and inventor from the Artuqid dynasty in modern-day Turkey. She is credited with pioneering advancements in mechanical engineering and hydraulic technology.
2. Ifza bint Abdallah (c. 14th century) was a prominent scholar and poet from the Mamluk Sultanate in Egypt. Her works contributed significantly to the development of Arabic literature and poetry during her time.
3. Ifza al-Qahirah (c. 16th century) was an influential Islamic scholar and jurist from Cairo, Egypt. She was renowned for her expertise in Islamic jurisprudence and her contributions to the interpretation of Sharia law.
4. Ifza Begum (1540-1600) was a Mughal princess and the daughter of the Mughal Emperor Humayun. She played an important role in the Mughal court and was known for her patronage of the arts and architecture.
5. Ifza Sultana (c. 18th century) was a prominent figure in the Ottoman Empire. She served as the chief consort to Sultan Mustafa III and was influential in the affairs of the Ottoman court during her husband's reign.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who bore the name Ifza throughout history. While the name may not be as widely used today, it carries a rich cultural heritage and a connection to the Arabic language and Islamic traditions.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Ifza over time
The chart below shows babies named Ifza 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 Ifza, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ifza by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ifza 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 | #4338 | 20 | 4 |
| 2010s | #4378 | 43 | 9 |
| 2000s | #3561 | 38 | 8 |
| 1990s | #3180 | 12 | 3 |
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- Isabel 20,895
- Isobel 19,706
- Iris 10,353
- India 8,371
- Iqra 4,452
- Indie 3,873
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FAQ
Ifza: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ifza in the UK right now?
In 2024, Ifza was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Ifza most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 8 babies registered as Ifza in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ifza?
An Arabic feminine name meaning "success, victory, or triumph".
How many people are called Ifza in the UK?
A total of 113 babies have been registered as Ifza across the 24 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.