Musa is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #653 in 2023 with 418 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 651 births ranking #470. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 919.5%. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 4,087 boys born was named Musa. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Musa is the Arabic form of Moses and belongs to one of the oldest and most important biblical name families. It feels gentle, clear, and deeply rooted in religious history.
The name is important in Islamic tradition through the prophet Musa and also connects to the wider Abrahamic story of Moses. Its long-standing use gives it both strength and simplicity.