Mustafo

Meaning of Mustafo

Mustafo is a spirited variant of the classic Arabic name Mustafa, meaning “the chosen one,” beloved across desert sands from Marrakech to Samarkand. Pronounced moos-TAH-foh, it dances off the tongue with a warm, melodic rhythm—almost too fun to say just once, like a sweet empanada at a family gathering. In Uzbekistan, Mustafo carries centuries of heritage. In the U.S., its footprint is blooming—rising from 11 baby boys in 2021 to 47 in 2024—proof that more parents are drawn to its noble meaning and vibrant flair. Like a fiesta at sunrise, the name inspires dreams of leadership, corazón, and adventurous spirit, perfect for a little boy destined to chart his own course under wide-open skies.

Pronunciation

Uzbek

• Pronunced as moos-TAH-foh (/muːsˈtɑfoʊ/)

• Mustapha
• Mustafa