Musa
Boy name · 224 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Musa: 224 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 25 births in 2025.
Musa is a name with deep roots in Arabic, where it is the Quranic form of Moses, meaning “drawn from the water.” In Scotland, it entered common use largely through Muslim communities, but it also appears as a Roman cognomen and a variant of the biblical name across cultures. Its most famous bearer is Mansa Musa, the 14th‑century emperor of Mali, often considered one of the wealthiest people in history. In modern times, the name is carried by footballers such as Gambian striker Musa Barrow and Scottish‑born musician Musa Okwonga. While no notable place directly shares the name, the root “M‑S‑H” appears in a wide family of Semitic names. Musa offers a short, strong alternative to Moses, popular among families seeking a name with global resonance and a connection to an ancient story of leadership and rescue.
Boy 21 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 202525 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #17025 babies
- Total births
- 224since 2001
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 69%vs prior 5y