Maaz is of Arabic origin, derived from the word 'maazi', which means 'to help' or 'assistance'. It is a unisex name but is more commonly used for males. The name gained popularity due to its association with Maaz bin Jabal, a companion of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. In Arabic culture, names often hold significant meanings and are chosen based on their interpretations.
The name Maaz experienced a significant rise in popularity over the years, with a notable spike from just 8 births in 1999 to 31 births in 2023. The peak was reached in 2020 and 2021 with 46 and 43 births respectively, indicating that Maaz has become quite a common name choice in recent years.