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Mostafa
Mostafa Pronunciation
Mostafa is pronounced MOSS-tə-fah /ˈmɔs.tə.fɑ/Medium
Meaning: A spelling of Mustafa — from Arabic mustafa, 'the chosen one, the preferred, the elect' (a title of the Prophet Muhammad)Medium
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History & Origin
Mostafa is a spelling of Mustafa — from Arabic mustafa, 'the chosen one, the preferred, the elect'. One of the honoured titles of the Prophet Muhammad (al-Mustafa, 'the Chosen'). A strong, devout name across the Persian-, Egyptian-, and Arabic-speaking world (said 'MOSS-tə-fah').
In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, the-chosen-one at the root, and devout.
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How do you pronounce Mostafa?
Mostafa is pronounced MOSS-tə-fah (/ˈmɔs.tə.fɑ/). Press play above to hear Mostafa said aloud.
How do you say Mostafa?
Mostafa is said MOSS-tə-fah (/ˈmɔs.tə.fɑ/). Press play above to hear Mostafa said aloud.
What does the name Mostafa mean?
Mostafa spells Mustafa — Arabic 'the chosen one, the preferred'.
Is Mostafa a boy or girl name?
Mostafa is a boy's name.
How popular is Mostafa?
Mostafa is a rare name in the U.S.