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Male Name

Moses

ˈmoʊz.ɪs
Overview

Gender

masculine

Origin

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black history
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Corps of Discovery members
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gospel musicians
Harry Belafonte repertoire
Mayflower passengers
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Writing Systems

מֹשֶׁהHebrew
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
75/100
classic175%
mature140%
formal120%
upper class65%
natural80%
wholesome160%
strong160%
strange100%
simple100%
serious120%

Meaning & Etymology

The name Moses originates from the Hebrew name מֹשֶׁה (Moshe), likely derived from the Egyptian word 'mes' meaning 'son'. In the Old Testament, the name is associated with the Hebrew verb מָשָׁה (masha), meaning 'drew out', referring to the biblical story where Moses was drawn out of the Nile by the pharaoh's daughter. This etymology, however, is considered an invented explanation. Moses is a central figure in Abrahamic religions, known for leading the Israelites out of Egyptian slavery, receivi...

Etymology

Original Form:

מֹשֶׁה (Moshe)

Evolution:

From Egyptian 'mes' (son) to Hebrew מָשָׁה (masha) meaning 'drew out'.

Source:

Old Testament, Exodus 2:10

Related Names

Moss

Variants

Moishe

Variants

Moyses

Variants

Mousa

Other Languages & Cultures

Moussa

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Musa

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Musa

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Mose

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Mouses

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Moshe

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Mosè

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Moisés

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Moisés

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Mozes

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Moos

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Moïse

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Musa

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Moshe

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