معاذ

Muath

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Muath is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Protected by God, granted refuge”.

MeaningProtected by God, granted refuge
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Written asمعاذ
Pronunciationmoo-AHTH
TraditionMuslim
Used inGulf States, Levant

Meaning and origin of Muath

Muath is the spelling of Muʿādh preferred in the Gulf and Jordan, where the letter dhāl is written 'th', sounding as in 'this'. It describes a person who has found shelter and protection. Like the other versions of the name, it looks back to Muʿādh ibn Jabal. He was the Companion the Prophet ﷺ sent to teach the people of Yemen.

Is Muath a Muslim name?

Muath links a child to Muʿādh ibn Jabal, one of the most learned of the Sahaba. It is a well-loved name wherever this spelling is used.

How popular is Muath?

Common in Jordan, Saudi Arabia and the other Gulf states.

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Spellings and variants of Muath

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Muath mean?

Muath means 'Protected by God, granted refuge'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Muath a Muslim name?

Muath links a child to Muʿādh ibn Jabal, one of the most learned of the Sahaba. It is a well-loved name wherever this spelling is used.

How do you pronounce Muath?

Muath is pronounced moo-AHTH.

Is Muath a boy or girl name?

Muath is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.