Moinuddin

Moinuddin is a male given name of Persian and Arabic origin, formed from mo'in (support or help) and al-din (the faith or religion). The name is common among Muslim communities in South Asia, Iran, Afghanistan, and other parts of the Persianate world, and it appears in several transliterations, including Moinuddin, Muinuddin, and Mo'inuddin.

The most prominent historical bearer is Moinuddin Chishti (circa 1140–1230 CE), a Sufi mystic who founded the Chishtiya order in the Indian subcontinent. He emphasized hospitality, service to the poor, and spiritual openness to people of different faiths. His teachings and practices helped establish a durable Sufi lineage in northern India, and his shrine in Ajmer, Rajasthan, remains an important pilgrimage site for Muslims and others.

In modern usage, Moinuddin remains a common given name across Muslim communities in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Iran, and neighboring regions. It is typically used as part of a full name rather than as a title, and may be combined with family names or surnames. The name’s form varies by language and script, with common variants including Muinuddin and Mo'inuddin.