معاذ

Muaz

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Muaz is a Muslim boy name meaning “Protected, shielded”.

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

Meaning and origin of Muaz

Muaz is a widely used spelling of Muʿādh in Turkey, Pakistan and Bosnia, where the Arabic dh is pronounced z. It means one who has been granted refuge. The name recalls Muʿādh ibn Jabal, whom the Prophet ﷺ praised for his knowledge, and Muʿādh ibn ʿAfrāʾ, one of the two young Ansar who struck Abu Jahl at Badr.

Is Muaz a Muslim name?

Yes. Muaz is a form of the Sahaba name Muadh, meaning 'protected'.

Where is the name Muaz used?

Popular in Pakistan, India, Turkey and among Bosnian Muslims.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Muaz mean?

Muaz means 'Protected, shielded'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Muaz a Muslim name?

Yes. Muaz is a form of the Sahaba name Muadh, meaning 'protected'.

How do you write Muaz in Arabic?

Muaz is written معاذ in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Muaz?

Muaz is pronounced moo-AHZ.

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