boy name · Arabic origin
Mustafa
/ MUS-tah-fah /
Meaning
Mustafa means The chosen one (Arabic).
Gender
Boy
Origin
Arabic
Pronunciation
MUS-tah-fah
Popularity
#761 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Mustafa in the US, 1880–2025
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.
What does Mustafa mean?
Mustafa means “the chosen one,” an epithet of the Prophet Muhammad.
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.
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.