Mousa
Mousa is a Muslim boy name meaning “Name of the Prophet Moses”.
| Meaning | Name of the Prophet Moses |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Prophet's name) |
| Arabic spelling | موسى |
| Pronunciation | MOO-sah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mousa
Mousa is a common transliteration of Mūsā, the Arabic name of the Prophet Moses. He is one of the five 'resolute' messengers in Islamic tradition and is called Kalīmullāh because God spoke to him directly. The 'ou' spelling is common in Iran, Egypt and the Gulf; Moussa is the French-influenced form used in West and North Africa.
Is Mousa a Muslim name?
Yes. Mousa (Mūsā) is a Muslim name after the Prophet Moses, who is mentioned more than any other prophet in the Quran.
Is Mousa in the Quran?
'And God spoke to Moses directly' (Quran 4:164).
Where is the name Mousa used?
Used throughout the Muslim world; Mousa is a typical spelling in Iran, Egypt and the Gulf.
Gifts with the name Mousa
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Spellings and variants of Mousa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mousa mean?
Mousa means 'Name of the Prophet Moses'. It comes from Arabic (Prophet's name).
Is Mousa a Muslim name?
Yes. Mousa (Mūsā) is a Muslim name after the Prophet Moses, who is mentioned more than any other prophet in the Quran.
How do you write Mousa in Arabic?
Mousa is written موسى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mousa?
Mousa is pronounced MOO-sah.
Is Mousa mentioned in the Quran?
'And God spoke to Moses directly' (Quran 4:164).