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Nathan vs Mustafa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mustafa

Boy #821 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"the pure and selected"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Turkish Muslim North African Middle Eastern

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#821
Total SSA Count
304
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Nathan Rank #62
Mustafa Rank #821

Nathan is more popular, ranked #62 vs #821 for Mustafa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nathan or Mustafa more popular?

Nathan is more popular, ranked #62 compared to Mustafa at #821 in the United States.

What do Nathan and Mustafa mean?

Nathan means "he gave" (Hebrew origin). Mustafa means "the pure and selected" (Arabic origin).

Are Nathan and Mustafa boy or girl names?

Nathan is primarily a boy name. Mustafa is primarily a boy name.

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