Mudassir
Mudassir is a Muslim boy name meaning “The one wrapped in a cloak (a title of the Prophet ﷺ)”.
| Meaning | The one wrapped in a cloak (a title of the Prophet ﷺ) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Urdu spelling) |
| Arabic spelling | مدثر |
| Pronunciation | moo-DAS-sir |
| Arabic root | د ث ر (d-th-r) — to wrap, to cover |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mudassir
Mudassir is the South Asian pronunciation of Arabic al-Muddaththir, 'the one wrapped in a cloak'. It is the title by which God addresses the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ at the start of Surah 74, which takes its name from it. In Urdu the Arabic th sound becomes s, which explains the spelling with s.
Is Mudassir a Muslim name?
Yes. Mudassir is an Islamic name taken from the Quran, where al-Muddaththir is a title of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Is Mudassir in the Quran?
It opens Surah al-Muddaththir: 'O you who covers himself (with a garment)' (Quran 74:1).
Where is the name Mudassir used?
Common in Pakistan and India; the form Muddathir is used in Sudan and the Arab world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mudassir mean?
Mudassir means 'The one wrapped in a cloak (a title of the Prophet ﷺ)'. It comes from Arabic (Urdu spelling).
Is Mudassir a Muslim name?
Yes. Mudassir is an Islamic name taken from the Quran, where al-Muddaththir is a title of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Mudassir in Arabic?
Mudassir is written مدثر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mudassir?
Mudassir is pronounced moo-DAS-sir.
Is Mudassir mentioned in the Quran?
It opens Surah al-Muddaththir: 'O you who covers himself (with a garment)' (Quran 74:1).