Musa
Musa is a Muslim boy name meaning “Prophet Moses”.
| Meaning | Prophet Moses |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic form of Hebrew Moshe |
| Arabic spelling | موسى |
| Pronunciation | MOO-sah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Musa
Musa is the Arabic name of the Prophet Moses, the prophet mentioned by name more often than any other in the Quran. He was given the Tawrat, spoke with God directly, and led the Children of Israel out of Egypt. The name is used everywhere Muslims live; Hausa speakers often say Musa or Musah, and Turks write Musa as well.
Is Musa a Muslim name?
Yes. Musa is one of the great prophetic names in Islam, the Arabic name of the Prophet Moses (peace be upon him).
Is Musa in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And Allah spoke to Musa directly' (Quran 4:164).
Where is the name Musa used?
Used throughout the Muslim world; Moussa is common in West and North Africa and Moosa in South Asia.
Gifts with the name Musa
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Musa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Musa mean?
Musa means 'Prophet Moses'. It comes from Arabic form of Hebrew Moshe.
Is Musa a Muslim name?
Yes. Musa is one of the great prophetic names in Islam, the Arabic name of the Prophet Moses (peace be upon him).
How do you write Musa in Arabic?
Musa is written موسى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Musa?
Musa is pronounced MOO-sah.
Is Musa mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And Allah spoke to Musa directly' (Quran 4:164).