Boy name
Musa name meaning
“the name of the prophet Moses”
Musa is the name of the prophet Moses. Used as a boy's name in Türkiye, it entered Turkish through Arabic Mūsā, corresponding to Hebrew Mōšeh. The scriptural account of the infant Moses being found in a basket on the river provides a concrete narrative association for the name.
- Gender
- ♂ Boy
- Origin
- Arabic
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- In TÜİK lists
What does Musa mean?
The name of the prophet Moses
In Turkish: Musa peygamberin adı
Musa names the prophet Moses, a central figure in the Quran and the Bible. The Exodus, Pharaoh and the staff are among its principal cultural associations. Turkish tradition also knows the narrative of Musa and Hızır. A literal translation such as “one who comes from water” should be treated cautiously.
How popular is Musa?
Official figures: TÜİK newborn name lists (2018–2025, the top 30 for Türkiye and each of the 81 provinces every year) and the most common names in the population.
- Province lists
- 36provinces
Where is Musa in the top 30?
36 provinces · the latest year each province listed it
Source: TurkStat (TÜİK), Address-Based Population Registration System. The lists cover the top 30 names per year, sex and province; no official counts are published for less common names. All statistics →
Why is Musa popular?
Musa has a longstanding religious association as the name of the prophet Moses. Its short, two-syllable form and vowel ending may appeal to parents who prefer classic names.
Origin of the name Musa
Borrowed into Turkish from Arabic Mūsā, corresponding to Hebrew Mōšeh. Its earlier origin is debated; an Egyptian connection is proposed, while the explanation involving being drawn from water comes from the biblical narrative.
| Linguistic origin | Arabic, Hebrew |
|---|---|
| Naming tradition | Islamic |
| In Islamic history | Names found in the Quran, Names of prophets |
| Is Musa in the Quran? | Yes, as a name · موسى · 20:9Musa occurs in the Quran as a prophet's name, including at the opening of his narrative in Sura Taha. |
| Starts with | M · Mu |
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is common says nothing certain about any one person’s background, faith or origin.
Double names with Musa
Double-name ideas built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each name.
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Musa Alinur
Meaning of each name
- Musa: the name of the prophet Moses
- Alinur: exalted; light, radiance
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Hayreddin Musa
Meaning of each name
- Hayreddin: goodness of the faith
- Musa: the name of the prophet Moses
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Musa Akif
Meaning of each name
- Musa: the name of the prophet Moses
- Akif: steadfastly devoted; secluded in worship
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Abdülmecit Musa
Meaning of each name
- Abdülmecit: servant of God, the All-Glorious
- Musa: the name of the prophet Moses
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Musa Şehmuz
Meaning of each name
- Musa: the name of the prophet Moses
- Şehmuz: Sheikh Moses
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Galip Musa
Meaning of each name
- Galip: victorious; prevailing or winning
- Musa: the name of the prophet Moses
How to pronounce Musa
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /musa/ |
| Ottoman Turkish | موسی |
| Arabic | موسى |
Is Musa a boy’s name?
Yes, Musa is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Musa appears in TÜİK’s most-used name lists. See the statistics section above (Source: TurkStat, ADNKS).
Spellings and similar names
Names that sound like Musa
Famous people named Musa
- Musa Anter · b. 1920
- Musa Araz · b. 1994
- Musa Çağıran · b. 1992
- Musa Uzunlar · b. 1959
- Musa Aydın · b. 1980
- Musa Eroğlu · b. 1946
- Musa Nizam · b. 1990
- Musa Avsever · b. 1957
- Musa Sinan Yılmazer · b. 1987
- Musa Çelik · b. 1983
- Musa Büyük · b. 1980
- Musa Doğan · b. 1950
FAQ about the name Musa
What is the meaning of Musa?
Musa means “the name of the prophet Moses”. Borrowed into Turkish from Arabic Mūsā, corresponding to Hebrew Mōšeh. Its earlier origin is debated; an Egyptian connection is proposed, while the explanation involving being drawn from water comes from the biblical narrative.
Is Musa a boy’s name?
Yes, Musa is used mostly as a boy’s name.
Is Musa in the Quran?
Yes, as a name. Musa occurs in the Quran as a prophet's name, including at the opening of his narrative in Sura Taha. (e.g.: 20:9)
What is the origin of the name Musa?
Musa is of Arabic and Hebrew origin.
How many syllables does Musa have?
Musa has 2 syllables and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Musa?
Musa appears in TÜİK’s most-used name lists. See the statistics section above (Source: TurkStat, ADNKS).
What names go well with Musa?
Some ideas: Musa Alinur; Hayreddin Musa; Musa Akif.
Famous people named Musa?
Notable people named Musa include Musa Anter, Musa Araz, Musa Çağıran.
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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