Moss
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Carried by God, borne by God
Origin: Hebrew
Popularity: Ranked #5334 in 2025 with 18 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Amos. Shares the meaning 'Carried by God, borne by God.'
Similar names: moosa, moksh, mosa, mose, mosha, mosiah, mosley, mousa
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Moss? About 1 in 184,917 babies born in 2025 were named Moss, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Moss
What does the name Moss mean?
Moss means “Carried by God, borne by God” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Moss?
Moss has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Carried by God, borne by God”.
How popular is Moss?
Moss ranked #5208 in 2025 — given to 18 babies that year.
When was Moss most popular?
Moss peaked in 2023 with 20 babies registered that year.
Is Moss a boy or girl name?
Moss is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Mosss in registered births are male.
Is the name Moss rising or falling in popularity?
Moss has risen 2065 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #7273 in 2020 to #5208 in 2025.
How long has Moss been recorded?
Moss appears in birth records across 67 years — from 1891 through 2025.