Mateen
Mateen is a Muslim boy name meaning “Firm, strong, steadfast”.
| Meaning | Firm, strong, steadfast |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | متين |
| Pronunciation | ma-TEEN |
| Arabic root | م ت ن (m-t-n) — to be firm, solid |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mateen
Mateen (Matīn) means firm and unshakeable. Al-Matīn is one of the names of Allah, so many families prefer the form ʿAbd al-Matīn, servant of the Firm, though Mateen alone is also used in the human sense of a strong, dependable person. It is common in South Asia and among English-speaking Muslims.
Is Mateen a Muslim name?
Yes. Mateen is an Arabic name meaning firm and strong; because al-Matīn is a divine name, some families choose Abdul Mateen.
Is Mateen in the Quran?
Al-Matīn occurs in 'Indeed it is Allah who is the Provider, the Possessor of strength, the Firm' (Quran 51:58).
Where is the name Mateen used?
Common in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and Afghanistan; Matin is the usual Iranian spelling.
Gifts with the name Mateen
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mateen mean?
Mateen means 'Firm, strong, steadfast'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Mateen a Muslim name?
Yes. Mateen is an Arabic name meaning firm and strong; because al-Matīn is a divine name, some families choose Abdul Mateen.
How do you write Mateen in Arabic?
Mateen is written متين in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mateen?
Mateen is pronounced ma-TEEN.
Is Mateen mentioned in the Quran?
Al-Matīn occurs in 'Indeed it is Allah who is the Provider, the Possessor of strength, the Firm' (Quran 51:58).