Mustafa Boy
Origin(s)
Arabic; Turkish
Meaning
Arabic: 'the chosen one'; Turkish: 'one who is worthy'
Historical & Cultural Background
Mustafa is a common name in the Muslim world, often associated with the Prophet Muhammad, who was known as Al-Mustafa, meaning 'the chosen one'. The name has been used historically by various leaders and scholars in Islamic culture. In Turkey, Mustafa has been a popular name, notably borne by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of modern Turkey.
Trend Summary
The name Mustafa has maintained consistent popularity in various cultures, particularly in Muslim-majority countries.
Similar Names
Musa, Mufasa, Mustapha, Musaab, Murtaza, Mansur
Variants
- Mustafa
- Mustapha
International Variants
- Mustafa (Arabic)
- Mustafa (Turkish)
- Mustafá (Spanish)
Famous people named Mustafa
Mustafa Kemal Atatürk was the founder of modern Turkey and served as its first president.
Mustafa Ali is a professional wrestler known for his work in WWE.
Mustafa Sandal is a Turkish pop singer and songwriter.
Mustafa Shakir is an American actor known for his role in the series 'Luke Cage'.
Fictional characters named Mustafa
Mustafa is a character in the animated film 'The Lion King', serving as a wise and guiding figure.
Mustafa is a character in the video game series 'Assassin's Creed', representing various historical contexts.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mustafa was first seen in the United States in 1963. Mustafa has ranked as high as #1057 nationally which occurred in 2024 and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, California, Texas, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Mustafa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mustafa (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 43 | |
| IL | 36 | |
| CA | 32 | |
| MI | 18 | |
| TX | 18 | |
| MN | 17 | |
| VA | 15 | |
| PA | 15 | |
| OH | 12 | |
| MD | 9 | |
| WA | 8 | |
| IN | 8 | |
| WI | 6 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| TN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 19 |
| 1976 | 23 |
| 1977 | 42 |
| 1978 | 47 |
| 1979 | 44 |
| 1980 | 59 |
| 1981 | 67 |
| 1982 | 69 |
| 1983 | 63 |
| 1984 | 55 |
| 1985 | 64 |
| 1986 | 55 |
| 1987 | 63 |
| 1988 | 63 |
| 1989 | 75 |
| 1990 | 76 |
| 1991 | 82 |
| 1992 | 72 |
| 1993 | 85 |
| 1994 | 107 |
| 1995 | 100 |
| 1996 | 117 |
| 1997 | 119 |
| 1998 | 136 |
| 1999 | 121 |
| 2000 | 145 |
| 2001 | 154 |
| 2002 | 170 |
| 2003 | 150 |
| 2004 | 146 |
| 2005 | 152 |
| 2006 | 157 |
| 2007 | 187 |
| 2008 | 146 |
| 2009 | 197 |
| 2010 | 176 |
| 2011 | 215 |
| 2012 | 228 |
| 2013 | 231 |
| 2014 | 235 |
| 2015 | 238 |
| 2016 | 234 |
| 2017 | 235 |
| 2018 | 240 |
| 2019 | 211 |
| 2020 | 194 |
| 2021 | 261 |
| 2022 | 275 |
| 2023 | 263 |
| 2024 | 304 |