Moussa
Moussa is a Muslim boy name meaning “Moses, Prophet of God”.
| Meaning | Moses, Prophet of God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | French-style spelling of Arabic Mūsā |
| Arabic spelling | موسى |
| Pronunciation | MOO-sah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Moussa
Moussa is the French-style spelling of Mūsā (Moses), the prophet who received the Torah and led the Children of Israel out of Egypt. The double s keeps the sound s between vowels in French spelling. Mūsā is mentioned in the Quran more than any other prophet, and the name is very popular across francophone West and North Africa.
Is Moussa a Muslim name?
Yes. Moussa is a Muslim name, the French-style spelling of Mūsā, Prophet Moses.
Is Moussa in the Quran?
Mūsā is named many times in the Quran, for example 'Allah spoke to Moses (Mūsā) directly' (Quran 4:164).
Where is the name Moussa used?
Very common in Senegal, Mali, Niger, Guinea and the Maghreb.
Gifts with the name Moussa
- Moussa name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Moussa mean?
Moussa means 'Moses, Prophet of God'. It comes from French-style spelling of Arabic Mūsā.
Is Moussa a Muslim name?
Yes. Moussa is a Muslim name, the French-style spelling of Mūsā, Prophet Moses.
How do you write Moussa in Arabic?
Moussa is written موسى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Moussa?
Moussa is pronounced MOO-sah.
Is Moussa mentioned in the Quran?
Mūsā is named many times in the Quran, for example 'Allah spoke to Moses (Mūsā) directly' (Quran 4:164).