alazz

alAzz is a transliteration used for an Arabic name element that can function as a given name, a surname, or part of longer compound names in Arabic-speaking communities and among the diaspora. The form reflects the definite article al- prefixed to a root associated with strength and honor.

The root commonly linked to alAzz is azz (from the Arabic عزّ), which conveys ideas of might, pride, and glory. The combined form with the definite article—often rendered as al-ʿizz or al-ʿazz in transliteration—literally means “the might” or “the honor.” In practice, it appears as a component in personal names (for example, in constructs such as Abd al-Azz) or as a family surname.

In transliteration, there are variations such as Al-Azz, Al-Azz, El-Az, or simply Azz, depending on linguistic background and standardization. It should not be confused with related names rooted in عز or with Al-Aziz (العزيز), which has a distinct root and meaning, typically translated as “the Mighty” or “the Honorable.”

As a relatively common element in Arabic naming, alAzz appears across diverse communities and may be found in civil records, genealogical materials, or cultural discussions, often without widely published biographical material. The use and interpretation can vary by country, dialect, and local naming practices.