Boy name
Mustafa name meaning
“the chosen one”
Mustafa is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning the chosen one. It comes from the Arabic word muṣṭafā, meaning chosen. The same form is also known as an epithet of the Prophet Muhammad, and Musthafa is an alternative spelling of this given name.
What does Mustafa mean?
The chosen one
In Indonesian: sosok yang dipilih
Origin and cultural usage of Mustafa
From Arabic muṣṭafā, meaning chosen. It is also known as an epithet of the Prophet Muhammad.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Mustafa in Islam and the Quran
Mustafa does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Mustafa
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Mustafa, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Mustafa as a first name
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Mustafa Khalil
Interpretation
A wish for the chosen person to become a cherished close friend.Meaning of each word
- Mustafa: the chosen one
- Khalil: an intimate friend, a beloved companion
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A picture of a beloved chosen person within a heavenly garden.Meaning of each word
- Mustafa: the chosen one
- Azizi: my dear one
- Pirdaus: paradise, heavenly garden
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Mustafa Aiman
Interpretation
A wish for the chosen person to receive good fortune and blessings.Meaning of each word
- Mustafa: the chosen one
- Aiman: fortunate, blessed; on the right
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A wish for the chosen person to grow abundantly and become more faithful.Meaning of each word
- Mustafa: the chosen one
- Aufa: more faithful, truer to promises
- Zaidan: increase, abundant growth
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Mustafa Ilman
Interpretation
A wish for the chosen person to possess learning and knowledge.Meaning of each word
- Mustafa: the chosen one
- Ilman: knowledge, learning
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A wish for the chosen person to possess varied knowledge and goodness.Meaning of each word
- Mustafa: the chosen one
- Ulum: sciences, branches of knowledge
- Hasanul: the good or beautiful
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A picture of a more fortunate chosen person on a night journey.Meaning of each word
- Mustafa: the chosen one
- Ahza: more fortunate
- Isra: journey by night
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A wish for the chosen person to possess resolve with divine qualities.Meaning of each word
- Mustafa: the chosen one
- Azmi: firm resolve
- Ilahi: divine; my God
Mustafa as a middle name
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A wish for a chosen ruler to reason and exercise sound judgment.Meaning of each word
- Sulton: ruler or holder of authority
- Mustafa: the chosen one
- Agil: intelligent and capable of sound judgment
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A wish for the chosen person to hold high standing and grow abundantly.Meaning of each word
- Rafi: high-ranking, exalted
- Mustafa: the chosen one
- Zaidan: increase, abundant growth
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A wish for the chosen person to be accepting, patient, and forbearing.Meaning of each word
- Ridho: contentment, willing acceptance
- Mustafa: the chosen one
- Hilmi: patient and forbearing
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A wish for the chosen person to possess goodness, wisdom, and wise counsel.Meaning of each word
- Khairi: associated with goodness; charitable
- Mustafa: the chosen one
- Hikam: wisdom and wise sayings
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A picture of a chosen person pursuing knowledge and occupying a throne.Meaning of each word
- Bagir: one who delves into knowledge
- Mustafa: the chosen one
- Arsy: throne or royal seat
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A picture of a chosen person, mighty as a lion and hopeful.Meaning of each word
- Usamah: mighty lion
- Mustafa: the chosen one
- Raji: one who hopes
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A wish for the chosen person to become better and highly successful.Meaning of each word
- Ahsan: better, best
- Mustafa: the chosen one
- Fawwaz: highly successful, often victorious
Mustafa as a last name
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Kautsar Mustafa
Interpretation
A wish for the chosen person to receive abundant gifts of goodness.Meaning of each word
- Kautsar: an abundant gift of goodness
- Mustafa: the chosen one
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Khalif Mustafa
Interpretation
A wish for the chosen person to become a successor or replacement.Meaning of each word
- Khalif: successor or replacement
- Mustafa: the chosen one
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Hida Mustafa
Interpretation
A wish for the chosen person to receive guidance and direction.Meaning of each word
- Hida: guidance; direction
- Mustafa: the chosen one
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Hafiz Mustafa
Interpretation
A wish for the chosen person to fulfill a guardian's role.Meaning of each word
- Hafiz: guardian; one who memorizes the Quran
- Mustafa: the chosen one
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Azka Mustafa
Interpretation
A wish for the chosen person to become purer and more unsullied.Meaning of each word
- Azka: purer, more virtuous
- Mustafa: the chosen one
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A wish for the chosen person to become a successful guardian and caretaker.Meaning of each word
- Havid: guardian; preserver
- Faza: to win, succeed
- Mustafa: the chosen one
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Tamami Mustafa
Interpretation
A picture of the chosen person possessing perfection and completeness.Meaning of each word
- Tamami: perfection, completeness
- Mustafa: the chosen one
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How to pronounce Mustafa
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /mustafa/ |
| Arabic script | مصطفى |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦩꦸꦱ꧀ꦠꦥ꦳ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮙᮥᮞ᮪ᮒᮖ |
Is Mustafa a boy’s name?
Yes, Mustafa is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 90% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Mustafa ranks #194 among boy names in our data sample (92 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Mustafa
- Mustofa♂The chosen one
- Musyafa♂One whose intercession is accepted
- Mustapa♂Specially chosen
- Musthofa♂The chosen one
- Mustari♂♀Fortunate, prosperous
- Mustopa♂The chosen one
- Muntaha♂The furthest limit, an endpoint
- Mustain♂One who seeks assistance
- Mustar♂
- Musyaffa♂One whose intercession is accepted
- Mumtaza♂Excellent, distinguished
Famous people named Mustafa
- Mustafa Abubakar · b. 1949
- Mustafa · b. 1975
- Mustafa · b. 1939
- Mustafa Gaseu · b. 1979
- Mustafa Guguk
- Mustafa Kamal · b. 1969
- D Mustafa · b. 1961
- H.E. Mustafa Af
- Mustafa · b. 1987
- Mustafa · b. 1976
- Mustafa · b. 1966
- Mustafa · b. 1972
FAQ about the name Mustafa
What is the meaning of Mustafa?
Mustafa means the chosen one. From Arabic muṣṭafā, meaning chosen. It is also known as an epithet of the Prophet Muhammad.
Is Mustafa a boy’s name?
Yes, Mustafa is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 90% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Mustafa?
Mustafa is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Mustafa in the Quran?
Mustafa does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Mustafa have?
Mustafa has 3 syllables (Mus-ta-fa) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Mustafa?
Mustafa ranks #194 among boy names in our data sample (92 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Mustafa?
Other spellings: Musthafa.
What full names go well with Mustafa?
Some ideas: Mustafa Khalil; Sulton Mustafa Agil; Kautsar Mustafa.
Famous people named Mustafa?
Notable people named Mustafa include Mustafa Abubakar, Mustafa, Mustafa.
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