Mostafa Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmos-TAH-fah / mɒsˈtɑːfəArabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: 'the chosen one'; Persian: 'most excellent'
Historical & Cultural Background
Mostafa is a common name in Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslims, often associated with the Prophet Muhammad, who is referred to as 'Al-Mustafa' meaning 'the chosen one'. The name has also gained popularity in Persian culture, where it signifies excellence. It reflects a cultural appreciation for names that denote virtue and distinction.
Trend Summary
Mostafa has seen consistent use in various cultures, particularly in Muslim communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mustafa
- Mostafa
International Variants
- Mustafa (Turkish)
- Mostafa (Arabic)
Famous people named Mostafa
Mostafa El-Sayed is an Egyptian-American chemist known for his work in nanotechnology.
Mostafa Kamel is an Egyptian singer and actor recognized for his contributions to Arabic music.
Mostafa Amini is an Australian footballer who has played for various clubs and the national team.
Mostafa Salameh is a Jordanian mountaineer known for being the first Arab to climb Mount Everest.
Fictional characters named Mostafa
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mostafa was first seen in the United States in 1978. Mostafa has ranked as high as #1351 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in New York, California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Mostafa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mostafa (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 25 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 28 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 35 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 17 |