Mutiu
Mutiu is a Muslim boy name meaning “Obedient”.
| Meaning | Obedient |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Yoruba form |
| Arabic spelling | مطيع |
| Pronunciation | MOO-tee-oo |
| Arabic root | ط و ع (ṭ-w-ʿ) — obedience |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mutiu
Mutiu is the Yoruba form of Muṭīʿ, 'obedient', in the sense of obedient to God. Yoruba drops the final ʿayn and adds -u, as in Wasiu and Jamiu. It is also used in the full form ʿAbd al-Muṭīʿ in some families.
Is Mutiu a Muslim name?
Yes. Mutiu is the Yoruba form of the Arabic Muslim name Muti, meaning obedient.
Where is the name Mutiu used?
Common among Yoruba Muslims in south-western Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mutiu mean?
Mutiu means 'Obedient'. It comes from Arabic, Yoruba form.
Is Mutiu a Muslim name?
Yes. Mutiu is the Yoruba form of the Arabic Muslim name Muti, meaning obedient.
How do you write Mutiu in Arabic?
Mutiu is written مطيع in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mutiu?
Mutiu is pronounced MOO-tee-oo.