Muslim boy name
Musa: name meaning
موسى
“Traditionally 'drawn from the water'”
BoyGender
Egyptian / HebrewOrigin
YesIn the Qur'an
The Prophet Musa (Moses), the prophet most often named in the Qur'an.
The Prophet ﷺ encouraged giving children good names with good meanings, and changed names whose meanings were bad. Many families also follow the sunnah of the aqiqah on the seventh day, when the baby is named.
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Questions
What does Musa mean?
Musa (موسى) means "Traditionally 'drawn from the water'". It is a Egyptian / Hebrew name for a boy.
Is Musa a Muslim name?
Yes. Musa is used by Muslims around the world. The Prophet Musa (Moses), the prophet most often named in the Qur'an.
Is Musa mentioned in the Qur'an?
Yes. The Prophet Musa (Moses), the prophet most often named in the Qur'an.