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Moise
Moise Pronunciation
Moise is pronounced moh-EEZ /moʊˈiz/Medium
Meaning: The French/Haitian/Romanian form of Moses — from Hebrew Mosheh, 'drawn out of the water; delivered' (possibly Egyptian, 'born of/son')Medium
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History & Origin
Moise is the French, Haitian Creole, and Romanian form of Moses — from Hebrew Mosheh, 'drawn out of the water; delivered' (the infant Moses, drawn from the Nile by Pharaoh's daughter; the name may also be Egyptian, 'son, born of'; the origin is debated, which we note). A devout, lyrical name (said 'moh-EEZ').
In the U.S. it appears in Haitian and French families. Rare, drawn-out-of-the-water at the root, and devout.
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How do you pronounce Moise?
Moise is pronounced moh-EEZ (/moʊˈiz/). Press play above to hear Moise said aloud.
How do you say Moise?
Moise is said moh-EEZ (/moʊˈiz/). Press play above to hear Moise said aloud.
What does the name Moise mean?
Moise is the French/Haitian Moses — 'drawn out of the water; delivered'; the origin is debated.
Is Moise a boy or girl name?
Moise is a boy's name.
How popular is Moise?
Moise is a rare name in the U.S.