Mustafa
Mustafa first appears in US records in 1963. It peaked in 2025, when 339 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 339.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Mustafa popular?
Near its peak Mustafa is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 1,636 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 2,243 | |
| 2000s | 1,605 | |
| 1990s | 1,016 | |
| 1980s | 633 | |
| 1970s | 219 | |
| 1960s | 21 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Mustafa mean?
Mustafa means “the chosen one,” an epithet of the Prophet Muhammad.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mustafa mean?
Mustafa means The chosen one. Mustafa means “the chosen one,” an epithet of the Prophet Muhammad.
What is the origin of the name Mustafa?
Mustafa is of Arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Mustafa?
Mustafa is pronounced “MUS-tah-fah.”
Is Mustafa a boy or a girl name?
Mustafa is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Mustafa a popular name right now?
Mustafa is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Mustafa?
In 2025, Mustafa ranked #761 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Mustafa most popular?
Mustafa was most popular in 2025, when about 339 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Mustafa?
Names similar to Mustafa include Ayan, Karim, Idris, Khalid, Imran.
What names go well with Mustafa?
Arabic names that pair well with Mustafa include Adam, Layla, Aaliyah, Malik, Amir.