Mutim
Mutim is a Muslim boy name meaning “One who feeds others, generous provider”.
| Meaning | One who feeds others, generous provider |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | مطعم |
| Pronunciation | MUT-im |
| Arabic root | ط ع م (ṭ-ʿ-m) — to eat, to feed |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mutim
Mutim is an anglicised form of the Arabic Muṭʿim, an active participle from the root ṭ-ʿ-m, which covers eating, food and feeding. Muṭʿim is the one who gives food to others, and in the culture of ancient Arabia that described a generous host whose fire was lit for travellers and the poor. The name therefore praises open-handed generosity rather than wealth itself. Translations such as 'feeder', 'provider' and 'hospitable one' differ only in phrasing; all describe someone who feeds those in need.
The name belongs to the old Arabian stock of names and is remembered mainly through early Islamic history. Muṭʿim ibn ʿAdī, a chief of Makkah, granted his protection to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ on his return from Taif, an act the Prophet ﷺ remembered with gratitude. His son Jubayr ibn Muṭʿim later embraced Islam and was known for his knowledge of Arab genealogy, and he narrated hadith. Because the ʿayn has no English equivalent, spellings vary: Mutim, Mut'im, Mutaim and Mutem are all seen. It is pronounced roughly MUT-im, with a brief catch before the i. Today the name is uncommon, chosen occasionally in the Arab world by parents drawn to its historical associations.
Famous people named Mutim
- Muṭʿim ibn ʿAdī — Makkan chief who protected the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ after his return from Taif
Is Mutim a Muslim name?
Yes. Mutim (Muṭʿim) is an Arabic name linked to early Islamic history through Jubayr ibn Muṭʿim, a Companion of the Prophet ﷺ. Its meaning, one who feeds others, praises generosity.
Is Mutim in the Quran?
The root ṭ-ʿ-m appears in the Quran in praise of the righteous: 'They give food, despite their love for it, to the poor, the orphan and the captive' (Quran 76:8).
Where is the name Mutim used?
Mostly known from early Islamic history; today it is a rare name, found occasionally in the Arab world.
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Spellings and variants of Mutim
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mutim mean?
Mutim means 'One who feeds others, generous provider'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Mutim a Muslim name?
Yes. Mutim (Muṭʿim) is an Arabic name linked to early Islamic history through Jubayr ibn Muṭʿim, a Companion of the Prophet ﷺ. Its meaning, one who feeds others, praises generosity.
How do you write Mutim in Arabic?
Mutim is written مطعم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mutim?
Mutim is pronounced MUT-im.
Is Mutim mentioned in the Quran?
The root ṭ-ʿ-m appears in the Quran in praise of the righteous: 'They give food, despite their love for it, to the poor, the orphan and the captive' (Quran 76:8).
Who was Mutim ibn Adi?
Muṭʿim ibn ʿAdī was a chief of Makkah who gave the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ his protection when he returned from Taif. His son Jubayr ibn Muṭʿim became a Companion.
Is Mutim a good Islamic name?
Yes. It means one who feeds others, a quality praised in the Quran (76:8), and it has honourable roots in early Islamic history.