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Moussa Pronunciation

Moussa is pronounced MOO-sah /ˈmu.sɑ/High

Meaning: Arabic and West African form of Musa (Moses) — Hebrew Mosheh, 'drawn out of the water' — a great prophetMedium

In 30 seconds: Moses, the way West Africa says it: Moussa is the French-spelled Musa — 'drawn from the water' — for the prophet who parted the sea. Borne by emperors and footballers, strong and revered.

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Origin HighArabic, Hebrew

MeaningArabic and West African form of Musa (Moses) — Hebrew Mosheh, 'drawn out of the water' — a great prophet

U.S. rank (2024)#3489 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births33 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2013

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,057

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Moussa is the French-spelled Arabic and West African form of Musa — the prophet Moses, from Hebrew Mosheh, traditionally 'drawn out of the water'. Musa is a revered prophet in Islam, and the name is borne across the Arab and Sahel worlds (footballer Moussa Dembélé, among many).

In the U.S. it appears in West African and Muslim families. Rare, water-drawn at the root, and prophetically grand.

Did you know? Mansa Musa of Mali — one form of this name — was likely the richest person in history, whose gold-laden pilgrimage to Mecca dazzled the medieval world; Moussa carries that imperial echo.

Overall data confidence 85%

Behind the Name — Musa — root etymology

Variations

MusaMousaMoosa

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Musa— the standard Arabic spelling

Isa— the Arabic form of Jesus, a fellow prophet

Yusuf— the companion prophet-name (Joseph)

Ibrahim— another revered prophet name (Abraham)

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Moussa?

Moussa is pronounced MOO-sah (/ˈmu.sɑ/). Press play above to hear Moussa said aloud.

How do you say Moussa?

Moussa is said MOO-sah (/ˈmu.sɑ/). Press play above to hear Moussa said aloud.

What does the name Moussa mean?

Moussa is a form of Musa (Moses), Hebrew for 'drawn out of the water', a great prophet.

Is Moussa a boy or girl name?

Moussa is a boy's name.

How popular is Moussa?

Moussa is a rare name in the U.S.