Rising since 1996, #3,583 for boys today.
Popularity of Muaz since 1994
Babies named Muaz per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 24 |
| 2000s | 78 |
| 2010s | 153 |
| 2020s | 170 |
Meaning & origin
Muaz is a name of Arabic origin meaning 'protected' or 'preserved,' deeply rooted in Islamic tradition. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1994, and has been steadily rising in usage since 1996, reflecting growing diversity in naming practices. The name reached its peak popularity in 2024, ranking 3,583 with a usage rate of 1 in 55,099 births. While still uncommon nationally, it has notable concentration in New York, one of the top states where Muaz is chosen. The name carries historical weight as the name of Mu'adh ibn Jabal, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad, but its appeal in the modern United States lies in its strong sound and clear meaning, fitting a trend toward names with spiritual significance.
Muaz (also spelled Mu'adh) is an Arabic name derived from the root 'a-w-dh, meaning to seek refuge or protection. It appears in early Islamic history as the name of several notable companions of the Prophet Muhammad, including Mu'adh ibn Jabal, a prominent scholar. The name has been used across the Arab world and among Muslim communities globally, maintaining religious significance without being reserved exclusively for a particular sect.
Where Muaz is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Muaz” around the world
Where Muaz lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Moe, Mo
Variants: Mu'adh, Muad
Sibling names for Muaz
Names that share Muaz's style, for a brother or sister.
