Qusay

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Qusay Pronunciation

Qusay is pronounced koo-SY /kuˈsaɪ/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic Qusayy, 'distant; faraway' — borne by Qusayy ibn Kilab, an ancestor of the Prophet MuhammadLow

In 30 seconds: Distant; faraway: Qusay is Arabic 'distant; faraway'. Crisp, classic, and warm (said 'koo-SY').

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic Qusayy, 'distant; faraway' — borne by Qusayy ibn Kilab, an ancestor of the Prophet Muhammad

U.S. rank (2024)#6707 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births13 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2017

Total births (all-time)≈ 154

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Qusay comes from Arabic Qusayy, 'distant; faraway' — borne by Qusayy ibn Kilab, a respected ancestor of the Prophet Muhammad and a leader of the Quraysh. A crisp, classic Arabic name (said 'koo-SY'; nickname Qus).

In the U.S. it appears in Arab families. Rare, distant-and-faraway at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Qusay (Qusayy) means 'distant; faraway' in Arabic — borne by Qusayy ibn Kilab, an honored ancestor of the Prophet Muhammad — a crisp, classic name (said 'koo-SY').

Overall data confidence 55%

Arabic references — Qusayy — Arabic etymology

Variations

QusayyKusayQusai

Nicknames

Qus

Themes & Styles

Arabic

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Qusay?

Qusay is pronounced koo-SY (/kuˈsaɪ/). Press play above to hear Qusay said aloud.

How do you say Qusay?

Qusay is said koo-SY (/kuˈsaɪ/). Press play above to hear Qusay said aloud.

What does the name Qusay mean?

Qusay is Arabic for 'distant; faraway', borne by an ancestor of the Prophet.

Is Qusay a boy or girl name?

Qusay is a boy's name.

How popular is Qusay?

Qusay is a rare name in the U.S.