Boy
Moses
drawn from water
About Moses
Moses emerges with profound simplicity, a two-syllable name that packs considerable strength into its compact form. The name resonates with authority and wisdom, carrying associations with leadership and moral courage throughout history. Its straightforward spelling and pronunciation eliminate potential complications while the distinctive "M" beginning and "s" ending create a memorable sound signature. Moses works particularly well for parents who appreciate names with substance and depth, eschewing fleeting trends for enduring significance. The name possesses a certain gravitas that grows with the bearer, suitable for a playful child while providing the seriousness appropriate for mature adulthood. Moses stands apart from common choices without venturing into obscurity, occupying that sweet spot of recognition without saturation. The name's compact nature makes it punchy and memorable, while its historical weight prevents it from feeling lightweight or casual. For those seeking a name with backbone and character, Moses delivers authenticity and strength in equal measure.
Popularity of the Name Moses
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #119 | ||||
| 1881 | #131 | ||||
| 1882 | #147 | ||||
| 1883 | #157 | ||||
| 1884 | #181 | ||||
| 1885 | #179 | ||||
| 1886 | #167 | ||||
| 1887 | #147 | ||||
| 1888 | #186 | ||||
| 1889 | #171 | ||||
| 1890 | #206 | ||||
| 1891 | #183 | ||||
| 1892 | #183 | ||||
| 1893 | #178 | ||||
| 1894 | #183 | ||||
| 1895 | #206 | ||||
| 1896 | #199 | ||||
| 1897 | #202 | ||||
| 1898 | #210 | ||||
| 1899 | #183 | ||||
| 1900 | #181 | ||||
| 1901 | #240 | ||||
| 1902 | #209 | ||||
| 1903 | #187 | ||||
| 1904 | #199 | ||||
| 1905 | #217 | ||||
| 1906 | #228 | ||||
| 1907 | #211 | ||||
| 1908 | #231 | ||||
| 1909 | #201 | ||||
| 1910 | #197 | ||||
| 1911 | #225 | ||||
| 1912 | #245 | ||||
| 1913 | #265 | ||||
| 1914 | #272 | ||||
| 1915 | #300 | ||||
| 1916 | #281 | ||||
| 1917 | #281 | ||||
| 1918 | #290 | ||||
| 1919 | #289 | ||||
| 1920 | #286 | ||||
| 1921 | #288 | ||||
| 1922 | #285 | ||||
| 1923 | #288 | ||||
| 1924 | #302 | ||||
| 1925 | #308 | ||||
| 1926 | #307 | ||||
| 1927 | #321 | ||||
| 1928 | #316 | ||||
| 1929 | #310 | ||||
| 1930 | #326 | ||||
| 1931 | #316 | ||||
| 1932 | #325 | ||||
| 1933 | #320 | ||||
| 1934 | #321 | ||||
| 1935 | #344 | ||||
| 1936 | #357 | ||||
| 1937 | #326 | ||||
| 1938 | #341 | ||||
| 1939 | #351 | ||||
| 1940 | #343 | ||||
| 1941 | #352 | ||||
| 1942 | #365 | ||||
| 1943 | #352 | ||||
| 1944 | #367 | ||||
| 1945 | #393 | ||||
| 1946 | #404 | ||||
| 1947 | #408 | ||||
| 1948 | #383 | ||||
| 1949 | #393 | ||||
| 1950 | #396 | ||||
| 1951 | #382 | ||||
| 1952 | #412 | ||||
| 1953 | #428 | ||||
| 1954 | #441 | ||||
| 1955 | #455 | ||||
| 1956 | #484 | ||||
| 1957 | #478 | ||||
| 1958 | #459 | ||||
| 1959 | #473 | ||||
| 1960 | #459 | ||||
| 1961 | #500 | #228 | |||
| 1962 | #512 | ||||
| 1963 | #539 | ||||
| 1964 | #600 | ||||
| 1965 | #504 | ||||
| 1966 | #586 | #254 | |||
| 1967 | #579 | ||||
| 1968 | #585 | ||||
| 1969 | #573 | ||||
| 1970 | #598 | ||||
| 1971 | #580 | ||||
| 1972 | #569 | ||||
| 1973 | #498 | ||||
| 1974 | #467 | ||||
| 1975 | #423 | ||||
| 1976 | #435 | ||||
| 1977 | #451 | ||||
| 1978 | #452 | ||||
| 1979 | #417 | ||||
| 1980 | #445 | ||||
| 1981 | #436 | ||||
| 1982 | #457 | ||||
| 1983 | #454 | ||||
| 1984 | #456 | ||||
| 1985 | #489 | ||||
| 1986 | #523 | ||||
| 1987 | #507 | ||||
| 1988 | #530 | ||||
| 1989 | #521 | ||||
| 1990 | #586 | ||||
| 1991 | #552 | #879 | |||
| 1992 | #561 | #281 | #935 | ||
| 1993 | #542 | #721 | |||
| 1994 | #551 | #819 | |||
| 1995 | #585 | #934 | |||
| 1996 | #530 | #307 | #924 | ||
| 1997 | #510 | #590 | |||
| 1998 | #503 | #550 | |||
| 1999 | #481 | #668 | #317 | #724 | |
| 2000 | #458 | #562 | #336 | ||
| 2001 | #445 | #658 | #364 | #731 | |
| 2002 | #463 | #768 | #435 | #781 | |
| 2003 | #491 | #718 | #327 | #480 | #998 |
| 2004 | #495 | #698 | #297 | #482 | #888 |
| 2005 | #512 | #670 | #287 | #895 | |
| 2006 | #441 | #514 | #563 | #870 | |
| 2007 | #456 | #578 | #296 | #849 | |
| 2008 | #490 | #601 | #829 | ||
| 2009 | #500 | #567 | #636 | ||
| 2010 | #502 | #571 | #316 | #779 | |
| 2011 | #515 | #660 | #330 | #803 | |
| 2012 | #540 | #659 | #820 | ||
| 2013 | #464 | #580 | #517 | #788 | |
| 2014 | #482 | #561 | #302 | #647 | |
| 2015 | #468 | #678 | #813 | #724 | |
| 2016 | #460 | #607 | #385 | #706 | |
| 2017 | #473 | #613 | #672 | ||
| 2018 | #492 | #565 | #341 | #870 | |
| 2019 | #510 | #650 | #426 | #874 | |
| 2020 | #494 | #700 | #699 | ||
| 2021 | #513 | #704 | #865 | ||
| 2022 | #514 | #741 | #930 | ||
| 2023 | #546 | #912 | #811 | ||
| 2024 | #500 | #688 | #622 | ||
| 2025 | #515 | #682 | #414 | #753 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Moses
Names Similar to Moses
Nicknames for Moses
- Mo
- Mose
- Mosie
- Moz
Famous People Named Moses
| Moses Malone | American basketball player |
| Moses Mendelssohn | German philosopher |
| Moses Fleetwood Walker | American baseball player |
| Moses Hogan | American composer |
| Moses Chan | Hong Kong actor |
| Moses Mabhida | South African politician |
| Moses Gunn | American actor |
| Moses Sofer | Slovakian rabbi |
| Moses Sumney | American singer-songwriter |
| Moses Kiptanui | Kenyan athlete |
| Moses Malone Jr. | American basketball player |
| Moses Moody | American basketball player |
| Moses Cleaveland | American surveyor |
| Moses Brown | American entrepreneur and philanthropist |
| Moses Farrow | American photographer |
| Moses Khumalo | South African soccer player |
Characters Named Moses
| Moses Malone | Character from the movie "Moses Malone" |
| Moses Cartwright | Sherlock Holmes character |
| Moses Tripoli | Fargo TV series character |
| Moses Ingram | Chess character |
| Moses Hightower | Police Academy character |
| Moses Pray | Paper Moon character |
| Moses Pendleton | The Mentalist character |
| Moses Alexander | Breaking Bad character |
| Moses Sandiford | Last Tango in Halifax character |
| Moses Fleetwood Walker | Torchwood character |
| Moses Sumney | La Blogotheque character |
| Moses Znaimer | Perry Mason character |
| Moses Laskaris | The Expanse character |