Moosa

Meaning of Moosa

Moosa originates as the Arabic transliteration of the Hebrew name Moses—rooted in the Semitic verb mâšā, “to draw out of water”—and carries profound religious significance as the designation of a principal prophet in Islamic scripture. Employed principally within Muslim communities, the name conveys associations of leadership, moral perseverance and divine guidance, reflecting the narrative of deliverance and authority that characterizes its scriptural antecedent. In contemporary Anglo-American usage, Moosa remains relatively uncommon—ranked 918th in the United States in 2024 with six recorded births—yet its steady appearance in national naming data over recent decades indicates a measured appreciation for names of Arabic provenance and spiritual resonance. Phonetically rendered as /muːsɑː/, Moosa combines linguistic accessibility with a dignified cadence, affirming its appeal across cultural and linguistic boundaries.

Pronunciation

Arabic

• Pronunced as moo-SA (/muːsɑː/)

• Musa
• Musab