"drawn out of the water"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Moises
Pronunciation: [ m-OYZ-ihz ]
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The Story of Moises
Moises is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Moses, from the Hebrew Moshe, traditionally interpreted as meaning drawn out of the water — referencing the infant Moses rescued from the Nile. Some scholars connect the name to the Egyptian word mes meaning son or born of. The name has been a cornerstone of Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions for millennia.
Moises is a perennial favorite in Spanish-speaking communities worldwide, particularly in Latin America and the US Hispanic population. Its consistent use reflects both religious devotion and cultural heritage.
In Catholic and Protestant Latin America, Moises carries deep religious weight as the prophet who received the Ten Commandments. In Islam, Musa (the Arabic form) is one of the most revered prophets. The name bridges faith traditions across the Spanish-speaking world.
Historical Record
Moises first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 29,841 babies have been named Moises in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Moises is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #524 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Moses/Moises is revered in three major religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
- The name Moses appears 767 times in the Old Testament
- Michelangelo's famous marble statue of Moses (1515) is in Rome's San Pietro in Vincoli church
Moises in Other Languages
Arabic
موسى
French
Moïse
German
Moses
Hebrew
מֹשֶׁה
English
Moses
Italian
Mosè
Popularity Over Time
#524
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #524
- Total SSA Count
- 568
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Portuguese Latin American Jewish Christian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Moises
What does the name Moises mean?
"drawn out of the water" (from Hebrew). "son, born of" (from Egyptian). Moises is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Moses, from the Hebrew Moshe, traditionally interpreted as meaning drawn out of the water — referencing the infant Moses rescued from the Nile. Some scholars connect the name to the Egyptian word mes meaning son or born of. The name has been a cornerstone of Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions for millennia.
What is the origin of the name Moises?
Moises has Hebrew, Egyptian, Spanish, Portuguese, Latin American, Jewish, and Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "drawn out of the water". In Egyptian, it means "son, born of".
Is Moises a boy or girl name?
Moises is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #524. As a girl name, it is ranked #60810. Moises is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Moises?
Moises is pronounced m-OYZ-ihz.
How popular is the name Moises?
Moises is currently ranked #524 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Moises?
Common nicknames for Moises include Moi and Mosy.
What are good middle names for Moises?
Popular middle name pairings include Moises Alejandro, Moises David, Moises Antonio, Moises Luis, Moises Angel, and Moises Rafael.
What are good sibling names for Moises?
Names that pair well with Moises as siblings include Sofia, Isabella, Mateo, Miguel, Valentina, and Diego.
How many syllables does Moises have?
Moises has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Moises a common or rare name?
Moises is moderately common, ranked #524 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
What boy names are similar to Moises?
Are there other spellings for Moises?
Related spellings include Moishe.
About the Name Moises
Moises is a boy name with Spanish, Portuguese, Latin American, Jewish, and Christian origins . The name means "drawn out of the water" in Hebrew .
Is Moises a boy or girl name? Moises is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #524 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #60,810. Moises is more commonly used as a boy name.
Moises is currently ranked #524 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Moises has 3 syllables and is pronounced m-OYZ-ihz, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Moises include Moi and Mosy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Moises include Moishe . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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