Moussa
Moussa is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Drawn out of the water or child.
Origin and history
Moussa is the Arabic form of the name Moses. It is widely used in Muslim-majority regions and West Africa, as well as among diaspora communities. In the United States, it has seen steady, moderate usage as a distinctive traditional name.
Popularity in the United States
1,096 babies in the United States have been named Moussa since 1880. It ranks #3593 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1705.
States where it is most popular
- NY (81 %)
- MI (5.2 %)
- OH (5.2 %)
- PA (4.3 %)
- FL (1.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 8 |
| 1990-2000 | 123 |
| 2000-2010 | 340 |
| 2010-2019 | 403 |
| 2020-2029 | 222 |
Famous people named Moussa
- Moussa Sissoko: Athlete, Soccer Player
- Moussa Diaby: Athlete, Soccer Player
- Moussa Dembélé: Athlete, Soccer Player
Fun facts
- Moussa corresponds directly to Moses, sharing the same Semitic roots and historical figure.
- Mansa Musa (Moussa), the famous 14th-century ruler of the Mali Empire, brought global prominence to the name.