Moaz
Moaz is a Muslim boy name meaning “Protected; one who has found refuge”.
| Meaning | Protected; one who has found refuge |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | معاذ |
| Pronunciation | moo-AAZ |
| Arabic root | ع و ذ (ʿ-w-dh) — to seek refuge |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Moaz
Moaz is a common spelling of Muʿādh, meaning one who is protected or given refuge. Egyptians pronounce the dh as z, giving Moaz. The name is honoured through Muʿadh ibn Jabal, the young Companion whom the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ praised for his knowledge of what is lawful and unlawful and sent to Yemen as a teacher.
Is Moaz a Muslim name?
Yes. Moaz (Muadh) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin and the name of the Companion Muadh ibn Jabal.
Is Moaz in the Quran?
Its root appears in the Quran when Yusuf says, 'I seek refuge in Allah' (maʿādha Allāh) (Quran 12:23).
Where is the name Moaz used?
Popular in Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.
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Spellings and variants of Moaz
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Moaz mean?
Moaz means 'Protected; one who has found refuge'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Moaz a Muslim name?
Yes. Moaz (Muadh) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin and the name of the Companion Muadh ibn Jabal.
How do you write Moaz in Arabic?
Moaz is written معاذ in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Moaz?
Moaz is pronounced moo-AAZ.
Is Moaz mentioned in the Quran?
Its root appears in the Quran when Yusuf says, 'I seek refuge in Allah' (maʿādha Allāh) (Quran 12:23).