Musa

Updated: October 11, 2023 by MomsWhoThink Staff

Musa is a popular name throughout the Middle East. It is becoming better known in America too, however, and is currently a top 800 name option. If you want a play on a Biblical name for your child, consider Musa.

Meaning of the Name Musa

The baby name Musa is a form of Moses in Arabic, Persian, and Turkish cultures which means “delivered from the water”. Moses comes from the Hebrew name Mosheh, which comes from the Hebrew word “mashah.” Moses was a character in the Old Testament who helped to free the Israeli people from the Egyptians.

Musa is the Arabic, Turkish, and Persian forms of Moses, therefore, it has the same meaning. The Hebrew word “mashah,” which Moses comes from, means “drew out.” Some state, however, that the original Hebrew name, Mosheh, comes from the Egyptian word “mes,” which means “deliver.”

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Nicknames for Musa

Musa is very unique and cultural. It is classical and wholesome and should be paired with a fun and bubbly nickname. Below, we've compiled a list of possible options when it comes to nicknaming the Musa in your life.

Mu
Mumu
Musi
Musie
Musy
Sa

Musa Name Details

Style: Classical

Gender: Musa is traditionally considered to be a boys name.

Pronunciation: MOO-sa

Syllables: Two

Alternative Spelling for Musa

Mosa
Moosa
Mousa
Moussa
Moossa
Mossa
Mussa

Musa Name Popularity

Musa became a top 1,000 name in America in 2014 at rank 1,000. 2020 was the highest the name ever ranked, becoming number 745. Musa did become a top 800 name consistently in 2018, however, at number 747.