معاذ

Muadh

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Muadh is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Protected, given refuge”.

MeaningProtected, given refuge
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Written asمعاذ
Pronunciationmoo-AHDH
TraditionMuslim
Used inGulf States, Worldwide

Meaning and origin of Muadh

Muadh is the closest English rendering of Muʿādh, keeping the 'dh' of the Arabic letter dhāl. It describes a person who is sheltered and kept safe. Muʿādh ibn Jabal embraced Islam as a teenager in Madinah and grew into a leading scholar of the Companions. He passed away during the plague of ʿAmwās in Syria, and families still choose the name in his memory.

Is Muadh a Muslim name?

Muadh is an Arabic Sahaba name that honours the Companion Muʿādh ibn Jabal. It is a favourite with parents looking for a name tied to early Islamic scholarship.

How popular is Muadh?

Used around the Muslim world, and especially liked by English-speaking families wanting an exact transliteration.

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Spellings and variants of Muadh

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Muadh mean?

Muadh means 'Protected, given refuge'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Muadh a Muslim name?

Muadh is an Arabic Sahaba name that honours the Companion Muʿādh ibn Jabal. It is a favourite with parents looking for a name tied to early Islamic scholarship.

How do you pronounce Muadh?

Muadh is pronounced moo-AHDH.

Is Muadh a boy or girl name?

Muadh is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.