Muazu
Muazu is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, Hausa form origin, meaning “Protected, given refuge”.
| Meaning | Protected, given refuge |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Hausa form |
| Written as | معاذ |
| Pronunciation | moo-AH-zoo |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria, West Africa |
Meaning and origin of Muazu
Muazu is the Hausa version of Muʿādh. Hausa tends to add an -u to the end of Arabic men's names, as with Haruna or Ibrahimu, and it also changes dh into z. The meaning stays the same, a person who is sheltered and kept safe, and it still recalls the great Companion Muʿādh ibn Jabal. The name is well known in northern Nigeria, for example through the former governor Muazu Babangida Aliyu.
Is Muazu a Muslim name?
Muazu is the Hausa form of Muadh, a Sahaba name of Arabic origin. It shows how West African Muslims have made Arabic names their own.
How popular is Muazu?
Common among Hausa and Fulani Muslims in northern Nigeria and Niger.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Muazu mean?
Muazu means 'Protected, given refuge'. It is of Arabic, Hausa form origin.
Is Muazu a Muslim name?
Muazu is the Hausa form of Muadh, a Sahaba name of Arabic origin. It shows how West African Muslims have made Arabic names their own.
How do you pronounce Muazu?
Muazu is pronounced moo-AH-zoo.
Is Muazu a boy or girl name?
Muazu is usually a boy name.