Muddathir
Muddathir is a Muslim boy name meaning “The one wrapped in a cloak”.
| Meaning | The one wrapped in a cloak |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | مدثر |
| Pronunciation | mood-DATH-ir |
| Arabic root | د ث ر (d-th-r) — to wrap, to cloak |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Muddathir
Muddathir is the closest English spelling of al-Muddaththir, 'the cloaked one', the name of Surah 74. The surah opens by addressing the Prophet ﷺ, who had wrapped himself in a cloak after the first revelation. The name is popular in Sudan and among Arabic speakers, while South Asians write it Muddassir.
Is Muddathir a Muslim name?
Yes. Muddathir is a Muslim name from the Quranic title of the Prophet ﷺ, al-Muddaththir.
Is Muddathir in the Quran?
'O you who are wrapped in a cloak (al-muddaththir), arise and warn' (Quran 74:1–2).
Where is the name Muddathir used?
Especially common in Sudan; also used in Nigeria and the Gulf.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Muddathir mean?
Muddathir means 'The one wrapped in a cloak'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Muddathir a Muslim name?
Yes. Muddathir is a Muslim name from the Quranic title of the Prophet ﷺ, al-Muddaththir.
How do you write Muddathir in Arabic?
Muddathir is written مدثر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Muddathir?
Muddathir is pronounced mood-DATH-ir.
Is Muddathir mentioned in the Quran?
'O you who are wrapped in a cloak (al-muddaththir), arise and warn' (Quran 74:1–2).