مطهر

Mutahhar

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Mutahhar is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Purified, made pure”.

MeaningPurified, made pure
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Written asمطهر
Pronunciationmoo-TAH-har
TraditionMuslim
Used inPakistan, India, Gulf States

Meaning and origin of Mutahhar

Mutahhar, or Muṭahhar, means purified or made clean. It is a passive form from the root ṭ-h-r, which gives ṭahāra, ritual purity. The Quran uses the plural for those who alone may touch the Book. Families in Yemen, Pakistan and India use it, and the surname Motahhari, as borne by the Iranian scholar Morteza Motahhari, comes from it as well.

Is Mutahhar a Muslim name?

Mutahhar names purity, a central theme in Islamic worship. The Quran says of itself: 'None touch it except the purified (al-muṭahharūn)' (Quran 56:79).

How popular is Mutahhar?

Given in Yemen, Pakistan and India, with Motahar found in Bangladesh and Iran.

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Spellings and variants of Mutahhar

MutaharMotaharMutahhir

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Mutahhar mean?

Mutahhar means 'Purified, made pure'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Mutahhar a Muslim name?

Mutahhar names purity, a central theme in Islamic worship. The Quran says of itself: 'None touch it except the purified (al-muṭahharūn)' (Quran 56:79).

How do you pronounce Mutahhar?

Mutahhar is pronounced moo-TAH-har.

Is Mutahhar a boy or girl name?

Mutahhar is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.