معاذ

Muadh

boyArabic

Muadh is a Muslim boy name meaning “Protected, one given refuge”.

MeaningProtected, one given refuge
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingمعاذ
Pronunciationmoo-AHDH
Arabic rootع و ذ (ʿ-w-dh) — to seek refuge
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Muadh

Muadh is the most exact English transliteration of Muʿādh, keeping the 'dh' sound of the Arabic letter dhāl. The name means someone who is sheltered and protected. Muʿādh ibn Jabal accepted Islam as a teenager in Madinah, became one of the foremost scholars among the Companions, and died during the plague of ʿAmwās in Syria.

Is Muadh a Muslim name?

Yes. Muadh is a Sahaba name of Arabic origin, honouring the Companion Muʿādh ibn Jabal.

Where is the name Muadh used?

Used across the Muslim world, especially by English-speaking families who want a precise transliteration.

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Spellings and variants of Muadh

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Muadh mean?

Muadh means 'Protected, one given refuge'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Muadh a Muslim name?

Yes. Muadh is a Sahaba name of Arabic origin, honouring the Companion Muʿādh ibn Jabal.

How do you write Muadh in Arabic?

Muadh is written معاذ in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Muadh?

Muadh is pronounced moo-AHDH.

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