Muhammad's companion and uncle (c. 568–625)
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Muhammad's companion and uncle (c. 568–625)
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Hamza ibn ‘Abd al-Muttalib is Muhammad's companion and uncle (c. 568–625).
The name Hamza means "A taxonomic genus within the family Cicadidae – certain cicadas.. Etymology: From lit=lion, from the Arabic root nocat=1. ح م ز". It is of Arabic origin.
Name Meaning
A taxonomic genus within the family Cicadidae – certain cicadas.. Etymology: From lit=lion, from the Arabic root nocat=1. ح م ز
The name Hamza is of Arabic origin, meaning "A taxonomic genus within the family Cicadidae – certain cicadas.. Etymology: From lit=lion, from the Arabic root nocat=1. ح م ز". It is traditionally a male name.
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