Moses Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMOH-zis / /ˈmoʊ.zɪs/Hebrew; Egyptian
Meaning
Hebrew: drawn out of the water; Egyptian: son
Historical & Cultural Background
Moses is a significant figure in Abrahamic religions, particularly in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. He is traditionally credited with leading the Israelites out of Egyptian slavery and receiving the Ten Commandments. The name has been used throughout history and remains popular in various cultures. Its biblical roots contribute to its enduring legacy.
Trend Summary
Moses has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable resurgence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Moishe
- Moisés
International Variants
- Moisés (Spanish)
- Moishe (Yiddish)
- Moishe (Hebrew)
- Mose (Italian)
Famous people named Moses
Moses Maimonides was a medieval Jewish philosopher and physician known for his influential works in Jewish law and ethics.
Moses Malone was a professional basketball player who was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame for his outstanding career in the NBA.
Moses Fleetwood Walker was a baseball player recognized as one of the first African American players in Major League Baseball.
Moses H. Cone was an American businessman and philanthropist known for his contributions to the textile industry and the establishment of the Cone Health System.
Fictional characters named Moses
Moses is a character in the animated film 'The Prince of Egypt,' where he is depicted as the leader who frees the Hebrew slaves from Egypt.
Moses is also featured in the 'Ten Commandments' film, portraying his role in receiving divine laws for the Israelites.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Moses was first seen in the United States in 1880. Moses has ranked as high as #802 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, South Carolina, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Moses has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Moses (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 82 | |
TX | 75 | |
NY | 46 | |
WA | 28 | |
AZ | 25 | |
FL | 24 | |
OH | 24 | |
TN | 19 | |
PA | 18 | |
MO | 18 | |
IL | 18 | |
GA | 17 | |
IN | 16 | |
MI | 14 | |
NC | 14 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 111 |
1881 | 93 |
1882 | 93 |
1883 | 82 |
1884 | 77 |
1885 | 74 |
1886 | 84 |
1887 | 87 |
1888 | 80 |
1889 | 78 |
1890 | 64 |
1891 | 70 |
1892 | 86 |
1893 | 81 |
1894 | 83 |
1895 | 70 |
1896 | 81 |
1897 | 70 |
1898 | 69 |
1899 | 77 |
1900 | 117 |
1901 | 52 |
1902 | 73 |
1903 | 86 |
1904 | 87 |
1905 | 78 |
1906 | 73 |
1907 | 91 |
1908 | 82 |
1909 | 108 |
1910 | 132 |
1911 | 128 |
1912 | 207 |
1913 | 208 |
1914 | 258 |
1915 | 287 |
1916 | 333 |
1917 | 339 |
1918 | 352 |
1919 | 347 |
1920 | 383 |
1921 | 378 |
1922 | 387 |
1923 | 381 |
1924 | 358 |
1925 | 343 |
1926 | 341 |
1927 | 321 |
1928 | 318 |
1929 | 316 |
1930 | 288 |
1931 | 298 |
1932 | 284 |
1933 | 280 |
1934 | 286 |
1935 | 257 |
1936 | 230 |
1937 | 278 |
1938 | 265 |
1939 | 250 |
1940 | 275 |
1941 | 276 |
1942 | 275 |
1943 | 301 |
1944 | 271 |
1945 | 235 |
1946 | 249 |
1947 | 283 |
1948 | 316 |
1949 | 292 |
1950 | 291 |
1951 | 315 |
1952 | 280 |
1953 | 273 |
1954 | 270 |
1955 | 267 |
1956 | 246 |
1957 | 266 |
1958 | 292 |
1959 | 275 |
1960 | 301 |
1961 | 251 |
1962 | 240 |
1963 | 215 |
1964 | 175 |
1965 | 230 |
1966 | 165 |
1967 | 172 |
1968 | 169 |
1969 | 188 |
1970 | 184 |
1971 | 199 |
1972 | 198 |
1973 | 247 |
1974 | 295 |
1975 | 340 |
1976 | 319 |
1977 | 316 |
1978 | 314 |
1979 | 365 |
1980 | 350 |
1981 | 360 |
1982 | 349 |
1983 | 332 |
1984 | 338 |
1985 | 315 |
1986 | 290 |
1987 | 312 |
1988 | 296 |
1989 | 335 |
1990 | 293 |
1991 | 340 |
1992 | 327 |
1993 | 359 |
1994 | 347 |
1995 | 306 |
1996 | 372 |
1997 | 402 |
1998 | 426 |
1999 | 463 |
2000 | 520 |
2001 | 545 |
2002 | 516 |
2003 | 504 |
2004 | 493 |
2005 | 480 |
2006 | 618 |
2007 | 606 |
2008 | 562 |
2009 | 543 |
2010 | 515 |
2011 | 504 |
2012 | 484 |
2013 | 606 |
2014 | 586 |
2015 | 643 |
2016 | 669 |
2017 | 630 |
2018 | 586 |
2019 | 560 |
2020 | 594 |
2021 | 572 |
2022 | 577 |
2023 | 536 |
2024 | 603 |