UK boy's name
Izzat
Meaning "honor, respect, dignity" of Arabic origin.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Izzat is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Izzat popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4747, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2015 to 2015. 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.
Izzat is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Izzat. 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 2016 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Izzat ranked #4747 for boys in England and Wales in 2015, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2015, when 3 boys were registered as Izzat.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Izzat as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4747
2015
Births in 2015
3
Latest year
Peak year
2015
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Izzat mean?
The name Izzat has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, where it is derived from the Arabic word "izzah," meaning honor, prestige, or dignity. It is a name that has been used in the Middle East and other regions influenced by Arabic culture for centuries.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Izzat can be found in Islamic literature, where it is mentioned as a virtue and attribute of upright individuals. The name gained popularity among Muslim communities as a reflection of their religious and cultural values.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Izzat. One of the earliest known figures was Izzat Ali Khan (1554-1624), a Mughal military commander and governor during the reign of Emperor Akbar in India. He played a significant role in the expansion and consolidation of the Mughal Empire.
Another prominent figure was Izzat Ali Shah (1835-1911), a Sufi saint and spiritual leader from Bengal, now part of Bangladesh. He founded the Izzat Ali Shah Dhuniya Sufi Order and is revered by his followers for his teachings and contributions to the Sufi tradition.
In more recent times, Izzat Ibrahim al-Douri (1942-2020) was a prominent Iraqi politician and military leader who served as vice president under Saddam Hussein's regime. He played a crucial role in the Iraqi government and was a key figure during the Iraq War.
Izzat Amin Abdel-Hamid (1918-1979) was an Egyptian military officer and politician who served as the 38th Prime Minister of Egypt from 1974 to 1975. He played a significant role in shaping Egypt's domestic and foreign policies during his tenure.
Izzat Majeed (1938-2008) was a renowned Iraqi novelist and short story writer, known for his contributions to modern Arabic literature. His works often explored themes of social and political issues, reflecting the complexities of life in the Middle East.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have carried the name Izzat, each leaving their mark in different fields and regions. The name's enduring popularity across centuries and cultures serves as a testament to its deep-rooted meaning and significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Izzat by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Izzat 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4747 | 3 | 1 |
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- Ilyas 2,552
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- Ibraheem 2,384
- Ioan 2,295
FAQ
Izzat: questions and answers
How popular is the name Izzat in the UK right now?
In 2015, Izzat was ranked #4747 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Izzat most popular?
The peak year on record was 2015, with 3 babies registered as Izzat in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Izzat?
Meaning "honor, respect, dignity" of Arabic origin.
How many people are called Izzat in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Izzat across the 1 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.