Mudathir
Mudathir is a Muslim boy name meaning “The cloaked one”.
| Meaning | The cloaked one |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | مدثر |
| Pronunciation | moo-DATH-ir |
| Arabic root | د ث ر (d-th-r) — to wrap, to cloak |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mudathir
Mudathir is a single-'d' spelling of al-Muddaththir, the title of Surah 74 and a name for the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The spelling is especially familiar in Sudan, Nigeria and Somalia. Like Muzzammil, it is one of the Quranic descriptive titles parents use to honour the Prophet ﷺ.
Is Mudathir a Muslim name?
Yes. Mudathir is a Muslim name taken from the Quranic title al-Muddaththir.
Is Mudathir in the Quran?
'O you who are wrapped in a cloak (al-muddaththir), arise and warn' (Quran 74:1–2).
Where is the name Mudathir used?
Common in Sudan and also found in Nigeria and Somalia.
Gifts with the name Mudathir
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Mudathir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mudathir mean?
Mudathir means 'The cloaked one'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Mudathir a Muslim name?
Yes. Mudathir is a Muslim name taken from the Quranic title al-Muddaththir.
How do you write Mudathir in Arabic?
Mudathir is written مدثر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mudathir?
Mudathir is pronounced moo-DATH-ir.
Is Mudathir mentioned in the Quran?
'O you who are wrapped in a cloak (al-muddaththir), arise and warn' (Quran 74:1–2).