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Moses

Name Meaning:

Possibly from an Egyptian name meaning "son" or "born of." In the Bible, associated with Hebrew 'mashah' (משה) meaning "to draw out" (of water). Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt.

Noteable Namesakes

Moses (Biblical Leader); Moses Malone (Basketball Player); Grandma Moses (Painter - nickname); Robert Moses (Urban Planner)

Origin

Egyptian/Hebrew

Popularity

US: #237, UK: #170

Variations/Nicknames

Mose; Moe; Moss

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