Moshe
Moshe 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-SHEH |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Moshe
Moshe is the Hebrew form of Moses, the prophet who led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Torah at Mount Sinai. Exodus 2:10 explains the name as 'I drew him out of the water', from the Hebrew root m-sh-h, referring to Pharaoh's daughter finding him in the Nile. Many scholars instead link it to an Egyptian word meaning 'son' or 'born'. Moshe Dayan and Maimonides (Moshe ben Maimon) are famous bearers.
Is Moshe a Jewish name?
Moshe is one of the most important names in Judaism: Moshe Rabbeinu, 'Moses our teacher', is regarded as the greatest of the prophets. Moses is also honoured in Christianity and in Islam as Musa.
How popular is Moshe?
Common in Israel and in Orthodox Jewish communities worldwide.
Gifts with the name Moshe
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Spellings and variants of Moshe
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Moshe mean?
Moshe means 'Drawn out (of the water)'. It is of Hebrew, possibly Egyptian origin.
Is Moshe a Jewish name?
Moshe is one of the most important names in Judaism: Moshe Rabbeinu, 'Moses our teacher', is regarded as the greatest of the prophets. Moses is also honoured in Christianity and in Islam as Musa.
How do you pronounce Moshe?
Moshe is pronounced moh-SHEH.
Is Moshe a boy or girl name?
Moshe is usually a boy name.