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MusaIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Saved from water

Pronunciation: Moo-sah

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Name
Musa
Meaning
Saved from water
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
Moo-sah
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Musa mean?

Musa is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Saved from water". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: Moo-sah. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

موسی

نجات پانے والا، اللہ کا ایک نبی

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

موسى

اسم علم مذكر من أصل عربي و يعني النجاة من الغرق

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

Moo-sah

IPA

/ˈmuːsā/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Musa is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Saved from water. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

RedGreen

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: A harmonious, cooperative, and helpful number

Personality

Personality Traits

KindJustPeacefulBraveV = VirtuousC = CourageousL = LoyalD = Dutiful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

In Islamic tradition, Musa is considered a prophet and a messenger of God, known for his wisdom, courage, and leadership.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Musa is a popular name in the Islamic world, associating it with the significant figure of Prophet Moses (peace be upon him) in Islamic history. It carries a rich cultural heritage and represents the strong bond between the Islamic community and its past.
The name Musa is deeply rooted in the Islamic faith, representing spiritual guidance, perseverance, and faith. The story of Prophet Moses' survival against all odds and his subsequent role in leading the Israelites out of Egypt strikes a chord with many, offering hope and strength. The very name Musa is a reminder of the power of divine intervention and the importance of faith in navigating life's challenges.

Quranic Arabic origin — Prophet Musa (Moses), most mentioned prophet in the Quran

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Musa is mentioned in the Quran as a prophet and leader of the Israelites. The name Musa carried significant weight in that era.

6th century BCE

Historical records show that Musa is also known as Moses in the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament. The name Musa carried significant weight in that era.

13th century BCE - 12th century BCE

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Musa Kazim

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Musa

He who draws out, savior, a prophet in Islam

🇵🇰Urdu

موسی

نجات پانے والا، اللہ کا ایک نبی

🇸🇦Arabic

موسى

اسم علم مذكر من أصل عربي و يعني النجاة من الغرق

🇮🇳Hindi

मूसा

नजात पाने वाला, ईश्वर का एक पैगंबर

🇦🇫Pashto

موسى

د نجات موندونکی، د الله یو نبی

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Knowledge Graph

Connected entities and semantic relationships

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Religion
IslamMonotheistic Abrahamic religion based on the Quran
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Language
ArabicSemitic language of the Arab world and the Quran
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Language
UrduIndo-Aryan language of Pakistan and parts of India
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Language
EnglishGermanic language originating in England, now global lingua franca
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Country
Saudi ArabiaMiddle Eastern country, birthplace of Islam
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EgyptNorth African country with Arabic and ancient Egyptian naming traditions
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Quranic
QuranThe central religious text of Islam
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Culture
Islamic CultureThe cultural traditions of Muslim societies worldwide
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