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Mustafa

Mustafa is a boy name of Arabic origin, meaning The chosen one" - an epithet of the Prophet.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginArabic
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables3
  • US rank#942

What does Mustafa mean?

The chosen one" - an epithet of the Prophet

How popular is Mustafa?

Popularity in the United States

Mustafa has been given to 5,927 babies in the United States since 1963, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 8,505 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Mustafa per year in the United States, 1963–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Mustafa has been given to 4,412 babies in France since 1952, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.

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Babies named Mustafa per year in France, 1952–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 2,125 people called Mustafa living in Spain, with an average age of 40.

5,927 Babies named since 1963
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Mustafa

What does the name Mustafa mean?

Mustafa means The chosen one" - an epithet of the Prophet. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Mustafa a boy's or a girl's name?

Mustafa is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Mustafa?

Mustafa has been given to 5,927 babies in the United States since 1963, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.