Muath
A boy's name of Arabic origin with 67 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Muath is a one-syllable boy's name with a distinguished, classic sound — shared with Old English and biblical names. With only 67 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
In the most recent SSA release, Muath ranks #13544 among U.S. boy names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Muath is a boy's baby name of Arabic origin, a variant of Muadh meaning 'protected' or 'kept from harm.' Muadh ibn Jabal, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad, was celebrated for his knowledge of Islamic law and his gentle teaching style.
Compact and meaningful, Muath is widely used across the Arab world and among Muslim communities in Africa, Southeast Asia, and beyond.
EtymologyShow more
Muath is cataloged under the Arabic naming tradition. Arabic names frequently carry layered meanings tied to virtue, beauty, or devotion — a naming tradition where the meaning of a name is considered deeply important.
In the U.S., Muath has been recorded as a boy's name since 2002, with 67 total births. Browse the Arabic names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Muath has 10+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2002.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | #13544 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 36 | #10768 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 26 | #10729 | — |
The Story of Muath
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2014, Muath is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Muath are most likely born between 2004 and 2024.
How rare is Muath?
Only about 1 in every 720,000 babies born in 2024 was named Muath — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2002, peaked in the 2010s with 36 births that decade, and has since become a rare, vintage choice.
Muath by the numbers
- Would fill 1 school bus
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(10 years, 2002–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | #13544 |
| 2017 | 8 | #9425 |
| 2014 | 11 | #7380 |
| 2013 | 6 | #11712 |
| 2012 | 5 | #13587 |
| 2010 | 6 | #11734 |
| 2008 | 5 | #13961 |
| 2005 | 6 | #11043 |
| 2003 | 6 | #10461 |
| 2002 | 9 | #7450 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2002–2024