معاذ

Muath

boyArabic

Muath is a Muslim boy name meaning “Protected by God, granted refuge”.

MeaningProtected by God, granted refuge
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingمعاذ
Pronunciationmoo-AHTH
Arabic rootع و ذ (ʿ-w-dh) — to seek refuge
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Muath

Muath is the Gulf and Jordanian spelling of Muʿādh, where the dhāl is written 'th' as in 'this'. The meaning is one who has found refuge and protection. Like other forms of the name, it honours Muʿādh ibn Jabal, the Companion sent by the Prophet ﷺ to teach the people of Yemen.

Is Muath a Muslim name?

Yes. Muath is a spelling of Muadh, a well-loved Sahaba name.

Where is the name Muath used?

Common in Jordan, Saudi Arabia and the other Gulf states.

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Spellings and variants of Muath

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Muath mean?

Muath means 'Protected by God, granted refuge'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Muath a Muslim name?

Yes. Muath is a spelling of Muadh, a well-loved Sahaba name.

How do you write Muath in Arabic?

Muath is written معاذ in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Muath?

Muath is pronounced moo-AHTH.

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