Moishe Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMOY-she / ˈmɔɪʃəHebrew; Yiddish
Meaning
Hebrew: 'drawn out' or 'delivered'; Yiddish: 'Moses'
Historical & Cultural Background
Moishe is a variant of the name Moses, which has significant religious importance in Judaism as the leader who led the Israelites out of Egypt. The name is commonly used in Jewish communities, particularly among those who speak Yiddish. It reflects cultural heritage and tradition, often associated with faith and leadership.
Trend Summary
The name Moishe has seen fluctuating popularity within Jewish communities, often reflecting cultural and religious significance.
Similar Names
Variants
- Moisheh
- Moishe
International Variants
- Moisés (Spanish)
- Moïse (French)
- Moshe (Hebrew)
Famous people named Moishe
Moishe Postone was a prominent Marxist theorist known for his work on the critique of political economy.
Moishe Rosen was the founder of Jews for Jesus, an organization that seeks to evangelize Jewish people.
Moishe Shamir was an Israeli author and playwright, recognized for his contributions to Hebrew literature.
Moishe Katz was a notable figure in the field of Jewish education and community leadership.
Fictional characters named Moishe
Moishe the Beadle is a character in Elie Wiesel's novel 'Night', serving as a mentor to the protagonist.
Moishe is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Moishe was first seen in the United States in 1950. Moishe has ranked as high as #1356 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Moishe has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Moishe (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 27 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1960 | 13 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 25 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 22 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 26 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 18 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 24 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 28 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 31 |
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 38 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2024 | 30 |