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Moses

Boy · Hebrew · Medium name

Meaning
Drawn out, son

Meaning varies between reference sources.

Pronunciation
MOH-ziz
Origin
Hebrew

From Hebrew 'Mosheh' meaning drawn out; an Egyptian root meaning son is debated.

Popularity
Uncommon in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

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Languages in use: Hebrew, Egyptian, English

Commonly used in: United States, Israel, United Kingdom

Alternate spellings

  • MosheHebrew

    Modern Hebrew form.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Hebrew Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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