Moses
Moses is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew, possibly Egyptian origin, meaning “Drawn out (of the water)”.
| Meaning | Drawn out (of the water) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew, possibly Egyptian |
| Written as | מֹשֶׁה |
| Pronunciation | MOH-zəz |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian, Muslim |
| Used in | United States, Israel, Uganda, Nigeria |
Meaning and origin of Moses
Moses is the English form of Hebrew Moshe. Exodus 2:10 links the name with the Hebrew verb 'mashah', to draw out, because Pharaoh's daughter drew the baby from the Nile. Many scholars instead connect it with an Egyptian word meaning 'son' or 'born', found in names such as Thutmose. Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Law at Sinai, making him one of the most important figures in the Bible. Moses Maimonides, the medieval Jewish philosopher, is a famous later bearer.
Is Moses a Jewish name?
Moses is the central prophet of Judaism, honoured in Christianity, and revered in Islam as the prophet Musa, mentioned in the Quran more often than any other prophet.
How popular is Moses?
Used steadily in English-speaking countries and across Africa; Moshe is the usual form in Israel.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Moses mean?
Moses means 'Drawn out (of the water)'. It is of Hebrew, possibly Egyptian origin.
Is Moses a Jewish name?
Moses is the central prophet of Judaism, honoured in Christianity, and revered in Islam as the prophet Musa, mentioned in the Quran more often than any other prophet.
How do you pronounce Moses?
Moses is pronounced MOH-zəz.
Is Moses a boy or girl name?
Moses is usually a boy name.