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UK boy's name

Musse

A Scandinavian name meaning "petite" or "small".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2008. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Musse is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Musse popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2008 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4432, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 3 births.

This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2008 to 2008. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

Musse is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Musse. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2009 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Musse ranked #4432 for boys in England and Wales in 2008, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2008, when 3 boys were registered as Musse.
  • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Musse as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4432

2008

Births in 2008

3

Latest year

Peak year

2008

3 births

Estimated living

3

2026

Meaning

What does Musse mean?

The given name Musse has its origins in the Arabic language, tracing back to the medieval period. It is derived from the Arabic word "mūsā," which translates to "the one drawn from water" or "the one saved from water." This name has a strong connection with the biblical figure Moses, who was rescued from the Nile River as an infant.

In Islamic tradition, Mūsā (Moses) is revered as one of the most prominent prophets, and his name holds significant importance. The name Musse is a variation of this Arabic name, often used in certain regions and cultures influenced by Arabic or Islamic traditions.

The earliest recorded use of the name Musse can be found in historical records and literary works from the Middle Ages. One notable figure who bore this name was Musse al-Khorasani, a Persian poet and scholar who lived in the 9th century AD. He was renowned for his expertise in Arabic literature and his contributions to the field of Islamic studies.

Throughout history, the name Musse has been carried by several individuals of significance. In the 12th century, Musse ibn Maimun, a Jewish philosopher and theologian from Cordoba, Spain, gained recognition for his influential works on Jewish theology and law. His writings had a profound impact on the development of Jewish thought during the medieval period.

Another notable bearer of the name was Musse al-Muqri, an Arab scholar and historian who lived in the 14th century. He authored a comprehensive historical work titled "Nafh al-Tib," which provided valuable insights into the political and cultural landscapes of the Arab world during his time.

In the realm of literature, Musse ibn Ismail al-Baghdadi, a renowned Arab poet and writer from the 10th century, left a lasting legacy with his contributions to the golden age of Arabic poetry. His works were widely acclaimed and studied by scholars and literary enthusiasts alike.

The name Musse also found its way into the annals of Islamic mysticism. Musse al-Qadiri, a Sufi mystic and philosopher from the 11th century, was known for his teachings and writings on the spiritual path of Sufism. His influential works helped shape the development of Sufi thought and practices in the Islamic world.

While the name Musse has its roots in the Arabic language and Islamic traditions, it has transcended cultural boundaries and has been adopted by various communities around the world. However, it remains most prominent in regions with strong historical ties to the Arab world or Islamic influences.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Musse by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Musse was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2000s #4432 3 1

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FAQ

Musse: questions and answers

How popular is the name Musse in the UK right now?

In 2008, Musse was ranked #4432 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Musse most popular?

The peak year on record was 2008, with 3 babies registered as Musse in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Musse?

A Scandinavian name meaning "petite" or "small".

How many people are called Musse in the UK?

A total of 3 babies have been registered as Musse across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.