Moaz

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Pronounced moo-AHZ /muˈɑz/Medium

Meaning: Moaz is a common romanization of Arabic Mu'adh, 'protected; sheltered; one given refuge'. It carries the name of Mu'adh ibn Jabal, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad, which we note respectfully.Medium

In 30 seconds: Moaz is Arabic for 'protected; sheltered' — a spelling of Muadh (said 'moo-AHZ').

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningMoaz is a common romanization of Arabic Mu'adh, 'protected; sheltered; one given refuge'. It carries the name of Mu'adh ibn Jabal, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad, which we note respectfully.

U.S. rank (2024)#13529 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2015

Total births (all-time)≈ 34

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Moaz is a widely used romanization of Arabic Mu'adh, meaning 'protected; sheltered'. The name is cherished in Muslim families for Mu'adh ibn Jabal, one of the Prophet Muhammad's companions, noted for his knowledge of religious law — a connection we note with respect. Short, strong and clear, it travels easily across languages (said 'moo-AHZ').

It appears rarely in the U.S., mostly in Muslim families. Rare, sheltering, and heritage-rooted.

Did you know? Moaz spells the Arabic name Mu'adh, 'protected' — borne by Mu'adh ibn Jabal, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad remembered for his learning, which we note respectfully (said 'moo-AHZ').

Overall data confidence 55%

References — Moaz — Arabic Mu'adh 'protected'; companion Mu'adh ibn Jabal

Variations

MoaazMuazMuadh

Nicknames

MoAz

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Moaz mean?

Moaz means 'protected; sheltered' in Arabic; it is a romanization of Mu'adh, borne by a companion of the Prophet Muhammad.

How do you pronounce Moaz?

It's said moo-AHZ /muˈɑz/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Moaz a boy or girl name?

Moaz is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Moaz?

Moaz is a rare name for boys in the U.S.