Musah
Musah is a Muslim boy name meaning “Name of the Prophet Moses”.
| Meaning | Name of the Prophet Moses |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Prophet's name), Ghanaian spelling |
| Arabic spelling | موسى |
| Pronunciation | MOO-sah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Musah
Musah is a West African spelling of Mūsā, the Prophet Moses. The final -h is a convention in Ghana and northern Nigeria, where many Arabic names are written this way (as in Issah or Yahyah). Mūsā is mentioned in the Quran more than any other prophet, and his story with Pharaoh is told in many surahs.
Is Musah a Muslim name?
Yes. Musah is a West African spelling of Mūsā (Moses), one of the greatest prophets in Islam.
Is Musah in the Quran?
'Has the story of Moses (Mūsā) reached you?' (Quran 20:9).
Where is the name Musah used?
Very common among Muslims in Ghana and northern Nigeria.
Gifts with the name Musah
- Musah name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Musah baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Musah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Musah mean?
Musah means 'Name of the Prophet Moses'. It comes from Arabic (Prophet's name), Ghanaian spelling.
Is Musah a Muslim name?
Yes. Musah is a West African spelling of Mūsā (Moses), one of the greatest prophets in Islam.
How do you write Musah in Arabic?
Musah is written موسى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Musah?
Musah is pronounced MOO-sah.
Is Musah mentioned in the Quran?
'Has the story of Moses (Mūsā) reached you?' (Quran 20:9).