The name Mohyeddin (Persian:محیالدین,Arabic:محیی الدین) is of Arabic origin.[5] It combines two words:Mohy (Persian:محي), meaning "Reviver", andDin (Persian:دین), meaning "Religion" or "Faith". Therefore, Mohyeddin translates to "Reviver of the Faith" or "Reviver of Religion".[6][7] As a religious title, this name is sometimes given to those who inspire others tofollow Islam.
Mohyeddin serves as a first name for boys[2] and also as a middle or family name amongMuslims,[8][9] especially in the Middle East, South Asia, and Southeast Asia.[10] It is found in many languages, includingArabic,Persian,Urdu, andOttoman Turkish. Because of this spread across different regions, the name has developed various spellings and pronunciations. Common variations includeMohieddin,Muhyiddin,Muhiyyuddin, andMohiuddin, which all carry the same meaning but reflect regional language influences.[8]
The flexibility of the Arabic language[11][12] allows for different forms and spellings of Mohyeddin to emerge in diverse Muslim communities. Variations may arise due to linguistic differences, historical influences, or local naming customs.[13]
The name Mohyeddin has been combined withreligious titles and other names to create meaningful identities. For example, in Iran and other Persian-speaking regions, Mohyeddin is sometimes paired with the religious titleSeyed, forming the name Seyed Mohyeddin.
The designation of Mohyeddin as a title has a religious meaning inIslamic theology, related totajdid,[29] which means "renewal". Individuals in the Islamic faith are often given this title in recognition of their efforts to rejuvenate the spiritual aspects of Islam.[30]
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علیاکبردهخدا، and شهیدی تألیف علیاکبر دهخدا، [زیر نظر محمد معین و جعفر (1372).لغت نامه. [online] library.sharif.ir. مؤسسه انتشارات و چاپ دانشگاه تهران،. Available at:http://library.sharif.ir/parvan/resource/266797 [Accessed 9 Jan. 2024].