مطر

Matar

boyArabic

Matar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Rain”.

MeaningRain
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingمطر
PronunciationMAH-tar
Arabic rootم ط ر (m-ṭ-r) — rain
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Matar

Matar simply means 'rain'. In the dry lands of Arabia rain is a sign of mercy and abundance, and the name expresses the hope that the child will bring blessing like a welcome shower. It is a traditional name in the UAE, Qatar and Kuwait, and is also common as a family name.

Is Matar a Muslim name?

Yes. Matar is an Arabic name used by Muslim families in the Gulf. It means 'rain', a symbol of God's mercy.

Where is the name Matar used?

Found mainly in the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain.

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Spellings and variants of Matar

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Matar mean?

Matar means 'Rain'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Matar a Muslim name?

Yes. Matar is an Arabic name used by Muslim families in the Gulf. It means 'rain', a symbol of God's mercy.

How do you write Matar in Arabic?

Matar is written مطر in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Matar?

Matar is pronounced MAH-tar.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.