Mahaz
First Name Meaning, Usage, Popularity & Related Names
Mahaz is a Hebrew name meaning “blow”. It is a rare name, overwhelmingly used for boys, with 100% male usage.
Meaning & Origin of the name Mahaz
Mahaz is a name that possesses different potential origins and meanings, contributing to its intriguing and distinctive character. In Hebrew, the word "Mahaz" (מַחַץ) can mean "blow" or "stroke," and it appears as a personal or place name in the Bible, suggesting strength or impact. In Arabic, while less common as a direct personal name, the root can relate to concepts like "place" or "station." It might also be a unique modern creation, perhaps inspired by various linguistic sounds. Due to its uncommon nature and potential for multiple interpretations, Mahaz has an air of mystery and robustness.
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Gender Usage of the Name Mahaz
Overall Gender Classification Methodology
Mahaz is overwhelmingly used as a name for boys. Approximately 100% of recorded bearers are male. The available records provide a reasonable indication of current usage.
Popularity of the Name Mahaz
Overall PopularityMethodology
Mahaz is listed under Rare Boy Names worldwide. Its popularity is relatively consistent across the available regional markets.
| Region | Popularity | Birth Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | — |
| United Kingdom | Rare | 1 in every 13.6M births |
| Canada | Rare | 1 in every 5.47M births |
| Australia | — | — |
Ranking OverviewMethodology
Mahaz was last recorded at #5,397 on the Popular Boys’ Names Worldwide List (2010) and has not appeared in the latest official-year lists for major markets.
Historically, its best recorded position was #3,961 in 1991. Its lowest recorded position was #7,779 in 2001. Over the last 19 years (1991–2010) the name fell -1436 places (from #3,961 to #5,397).
Characteristics of the Name Mahaz
Pronunciation & StructureMethodology
- Phonetic Source
- Namedary
- Syllables
- 2 syllables — Two-Syllable Boy Names
- Length
- 5 letters — Medium-Length Boy Names
- Starts with
- M — Boy Names Starting with M
- Ends with
- z — Boy Names Ending in “z”
Name AestheticMethodology
Mahaz consists of two syllables with an initial stress and a final, vibrating consonant. Associated with figures in Hebrew scripture, the name carries a sense of weight that is Strong & Powerful.
Middle Names For Mahaz
Middle name suggestions for MahazMethodology
Based on observed first-middle-name pattern combinations, Mahaz is most frequently associated with boy middle names that have 2 syllables, Strong–Weak stress pattern, 6 letters, and a starting sound of “r”.
Examples: Mahaz Robert · Mahaz Ronald · Mahaz Roland · Mahaz Rodney · Mahaz Randal. View all 155 suggested middle names.
Names Similar to Mahaz
Sound Like Mahaz Finder
Names with the exact same overall pronunciation and sound: Moheez · Mohiz · Muhiz · View all 4 names
Spelled Like Mahaz Finder
Names with similar spelling patterns and letter sequences: Mahai · Mahan
Same Starting Sound Finder
Names that begin with a similar phonetic sound: Michael · Matthew · Mark · View all Top 100 names
Rhymes With Mahaz Finder
Names that share similar ending sounds and rhymes: James · Charles · Miles · View all Top 100 names
Same Rhythm & Syllables Finder
Names with matching syllable stress and pronunciation rhythm: Robert · Michael · William · View all Top 100 names
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How to Spell Mahaz in ASL
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- z
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