Qusay
Qusay is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Far away, distant”.
| Meaning | Far away, distant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | قصي |
| Pronunciation | KU-sai |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iraq, Levant, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Qusay
Qusay, properly Quṣayy, is a little-word form built on the root q-ṣ-w, which expresses distance. According to tradition the name stuck because its first famous bearer was raised far from his own people. That man, Quṣayy ibn Kilāb, was an ancestor of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ who brought the Quraysh together and won control of Makkah and the Kaaba. Families in Iraq, Syria and Jordan still favour it.
Is Qusay a Muslim name?
Muslim families use Qusay as a traditional Arabic name that honours Qusayy ibn Kilab, a forefather of the Prophet ﷺ.
How popular is Qusay?
You will meet it most often in Iraq, Syria, Jordan and the Gulf.
Gifts with the name Qusay
- Qusay name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Qusay baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We may earn a small commission from these links, at no extra cost to you.
Spellings and variants of Qusay
Names similar to Qusay
More Muslim boy names
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Qusay mean?
Qusay means 'Far away, distant'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Qusay a Muslim name?
Muslim families use Qusay as a traditional Arabic name that honours Qusayy ibn Kilab, a forefather of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you pronounce Qusay?
Qusay is pronounced KU-sai.
Is Qusay a boy or girl name?
Qusay is usually a boy name.