Moses

Moses is an unisex name of Hebrew origin with the meaning "A Hebrew name meaning 'drawn out' or 'saved from water,' the great prophet and lawgiver in Judaism and Christianity.". Names from the Hebrew tradition often carry deep cultural significance, reflecting heritage, values, or natural beauty. He has been used in Hebrew communities for generations and has gained broader popularity as parents discover its beauty.

Moses has been used across Africa and other parts of the world. In the United States, SSA data shows the name's popularity trends going back to 1950. Check the chart above to see exactly how many babies were named Moses in each year, and whether its popularity has been rising, steady, or declining.

Common nicknames for Moses depend on its full form. Many parents choose Moses specifically because it has built-in short forms or pet names. Some names have no common nicknames and are used in their full form throughout life.

Moses is a name shared by people across all walks of life — from artists and athletes to scientists and public figures. The popularity of the name means it appears throughout history in nearly every era and culture. Search online for "Moses famous people" to discover notable figures who share this name.

Names similar to Moses share its cultural origin, style, or sound. If you love Moses, you might also like names from the same origin tradition, names with similar ending sounds, or names that share the same number of syllables.