Moises

The Meaning & Origin of the Name Moises

Gender Boy
Origins Hebrew, Spanish
Letters 6
Syllables 1
Pronunciation moy-sees

Moises, which has 6 letters and 1 syllable, is a male name of Hebrew origin.

Meaning of Moises

Drawn out of the water

Moises is a male name of Hebrew origin, commonly used in Spanish-speaking countries.

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Meaning Drawn out of the water
Origins Hebrew, Spanish
Gender Boy
Popularity (US) #523 in 2024 Rising
Rarity (US) Rare (Top 1000)
Era 2000s name

Background & History of The Name Moises

The name Moises is derived from the Hebrew name Moshe, which means 'to draw out' or 'to pull out,' referring to the biblical story of Moses being drawn out of the Nile River. Moises is prevalent in various cultures, especially among Spanish-speaking populations. The name is historically significant due to its association with Moses, a key figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, who led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Ten Commandments. Notable bearers of the name include Moises Alou, a former Major League Baseball player, and Moises Kaufman, a playwright and director.

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