Mustafa
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Chosen one, selected, preferred
Origin: Arabic
Popularity: Ranked #761 in 2025 with 339 babies born.
History: From the Arabic meaning chosen or selected. Al-Mustafa is one of the names of Prophet Muhammad. Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, founder of modern Turkey, is the most famous historical bearer. It is widely used across the Muslim world.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Mustafa? About 1 in 9,819 babies born in 2025 were named Mustafa, or roughly 0.9 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Mustafa
What does the name Mustafa mean?
Mustafa means “Chosen one, selected, preferred” from Arabic roots.
What is the origin of the name Mustafa?
Mustafa has Arabic origin. The traditional meaning is “Chosen one, selected, preferred”.
How popular is Mustafa?
Mustafa ranked #760 in 2025 — given to 339 babies that year.
When was Mustafa most popular?
Mustafa peaked in 2025 with 339 babies registered that year.
Is Mustafa a boy or girl name?
Mustafa is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Mustafas in registered births are male.
Is the name Mustafa rising or falling in popularity?
Mustafa has risen 282 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1042 in 2020 to #760 in 2025.
How long has Mustafa been recorded?
Mustafa appears in birth records across 59 years — from 1963 through 2025.