Moussa
Meaning of Moussa
The name Moussa is a male given name with rich cultural and historical significance. It originates from both Arabic and French traditions, where it is pronounced slightly differently: in French as moo-SA (/muˈsa/) and in Arabic as moo-SAH (/muˈsɑh/). The name Moussa is closely related to other variations such as Moosa and Musa, which also share the same roots. Historically, the name has been associated with the prophet Moses in Islamic tradition, giving it a deep religious connotation. In the United States, Moussa has maintained a modest but consistent presence over the years. Data shows that its popularity has fluctuated, with occurrences ranging from 5 to 46 newborns annually between 1988 and 2023. Despite its relatively lower rank compared to more common names, Moussa's enduring appeal lies in its unique sound and profound heritage, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a name with both cultural depth and distinctiveness.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as moo-SA (/muˈsa/)
Arabic
- Pronunced as moo-SAH (/muˈsɑh/)
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Notable People Named Moussa
| Moussa Dembélé is a French professional footballer currently playing as a striker for Saudi Pro League club Al-Ettifaq. |
| Moussa Sow is a retired professional footballer who played as a forward for Senegal, scoring 18 goals in 50 appearances. |
| Moussa Traoré was a Malian soldier, politician, and dictator who served as President of Mali from 1968 to 1991 before being overthrown by popular protests and a military coup. |
| Moussa Wagué is a Senegalese professional footballer known for playing as a right-back for Anorthosis Famagusta and the Senegal national team. |
| Moussa Diaby is a French professional footballer known for his skills as a winger or attacking midfielder, currently playing for Premier League club Aston Villa and the France national team. |
| Moussa Cissé is a talented Guinean college basketball player known for his skills as a center, currently playing for the Ole Miss Rebels. |
| Moussa Faki Mahamat is a Chadian politician and diplomat who has served as the Chairperson of the African Union Commission since 2017, and previously held positions as Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs in Chad. |
| Moussa Coulibaly is a Malian football defender playing for Iranian club Foolad in the Persian Gulf Pro League. |
| Moussa Traoré is a professional footballer from Ivory Coast who plays as a forward for RSD Jette and has represented Burkina Faso internationally. |
| Moussa Koné - Moussa Saib Koné is an Ivorian footballer currently playing as a midfielder for FC Kyzylzhar. |
| Moussa Sylla is a French professional footballer known for his skills as a forward or winger, currently playing for Ligue 2 club Pau on loan from Caen. |
| Moussa Diarra is a French professional footballer currently on loan from Barnet, playing as a centre-back for Dartford. |
| Moussa Doumbia is a professional footballer from Ivory Coast who plays for Saudi Arabian club Al-Adalah and the Mali national team. |
| Moussa Touré is a renowned Senegalese filmmaker known for directing critically acclaimed films such as Toubab Bi, TGV, and La Pirogue, and for his work as a technician, writer, producer, and actor. |
| Moussa Konaté, a Malian writer born in Kita, passed away in Limoges on 30 November 2013. |
