"drawn out of the water"
Origin: Hebrew Moshe
Language: Hebrew
Mose
Pronunciation: [ m-OHZ ]
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"son, born of"
Origin: Egyptian
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The Story of Mose
Mose is a short form of Moses, from the Hebrew Moshe, meaning drawn out of the water, referencing the biblical story of Moses being saved as an infant in the bulrushes of the Nile. Moses is one of the most important figures in the Abrahamic religions: in Judaism he received the Torah, in Christianity he prefigures Christ, and in Islam he is called Musa, one of the greatest prophets.
Mose as a standalone name has been used especially in rural American communities and Italian families (where Mose is a common short form of Mosè). It is experiencing a revival as part of the vintage name trend, fitting the pattern of short biblical names like Amos, Eli, and Ezra.
Moses remains one of the most universally recognized biblical figures. Mose as a shorter form has appeared in American folk culture, including the Mose the Bowery Boy legendary figure from 19th century New York. It carries both sacred and rootsy American connotations.
Historical Record
Mose first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,161 babies have been named Mose in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mose is past its peak , currently ranked #6,641 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Moses appears in the Torah, Bible, and Quran, making him arguably the most cross-religiously recognized prophet
- Mose the Bowery Boy was a legendary working-class hero of 1840s New York, celebrated in plays and almanacs
Mose in Other Languages
Arabic
موسى
French
Moïse
Hebrew
משה
Italian
Mosè
Spanish
Moisés
Popularity Over Time
#6,641
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Peaked 1951
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Biblical prophet who led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Ten Commandments; central figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #6,641
- Total SSA Count
- 13
- Cultural Origins
- English American Italian French African American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mose
What does the name Mose mean?
"drawn out of the water" (from Hebrew Moshe). "son, born of" (from Egyptian). Mose is a short form of Moses, from the Hebrew Moshe, meaning drawn out of the water, referencing the biblical story of Moses being saved as an infant in the bulrushes of the Nile. Moses is one of the most important figures in the Abrahamic religions: in Judaism he received the Torah, in Christianity he prefigures Christ, and in Islam he is called Musa, one of the greatest prophets.
What is the origin of the name Mose?
Mose has Hebrew Moshe, Egyptian, English, American, Italian, French, and African American origins. In Hebrew Moshe, it means "drawn out of the water". In Egyptian, it means "son, born of".
Is Mose a boy or girl name?
Mose is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #6641. As a girl name, it is ranked #28764. Mose is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Mose?
Mose is pronounced m-OHZ.
How popular is the name Mose?
Mose is currently ranked #6641 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mose?
Common nicknames for Mose include Mose.
What are good middle names for Mose?
Popular middle name pairings include Mose James, Mose William, Mose Arthur, Mose Henry, Mose Ray, Mose Earl, and Mose Luther.
What are good sibling names for Mose?
Names that pair well with Mose as siblings include Ezra, Amos, Ruth, Miriam, Caleb, and Elijah.
How many syllables does Mose have?
Mose has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Mose a common or rare name?
Mose is an uncommon name, ranked #6641 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Mose
Mose is a boy name with English, American, Italian, French, and African American origins . The name means "drawn out of the water" in Hebrew Moshe .
Is Mose a boy or girl name? Mose is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #6,641 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #28,764. Mose is more commonly used as a boy name.
Mose is currently ranked #6,641 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Mose has 1 syllable and is pronounced m-OHZ, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Mose include Mose. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mose include Moshe, Moses, Mosiah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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