How Many People Are Named Moustafa?
Complete statistics for the name Moustafa: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Moustafa is a very rare name, with only 344 people living in the US today. It's so uncommon, just 1 in 959,812 Americans carries it. The name peaked in 1999 with 19 births that year.
📖 Meaning & Origin
The life path number 6 is traditionally associated with harmony, balance, and nurturing. It represents a focus on family and community, and those who carry this number often find fulfillment through caring for others.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 22All 351 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1999Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Slowly declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Moustafa Through the Generations
Moustafa is a very rare name, with only 351 total births across all time in the US, but currently, there are 344 people living with the name, making it a true rarity. The peak year for Moustafa was 1999, when 19 babies were born with the name, which gives us insight into its historical context. The name has a predominantly male gender and is considered a modern, newer-generation name, with 74% of bearers under 30. This indicates a strong presence among younger generations, contributing to its current status as a relatively uncommon name in the US. The slow decline in new births since its peak suggests a gradual decrease in popularity, while the high percentage of young people named Moustafa reflects its enduring appeal among contemporary parents.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Moustafa's Arabic roots
📄 About the Name Moustafa
How Many People Have the Name Moustafa?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,066 people in the United States currently share the name Moustafa. That works out to roughly 1 in every 310,928 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Moustafa a Common or Rare Name?
Moustafa is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Moustafa in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Moustafa Most Popular?
The name Moustafa reached peak popularity in 1999, with 19 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Moustafa?
Approximately 1,066 people named Moustafa live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,066. That works out to roughly 1 in 310,928 Americans.
Is Moustafa a rare name?
Moustafa is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 310,928 Americans has this name.
What does the name Moustafa mean?
The meaning and origin of Moustafa are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Moustafa more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Moustafa are male and 0% are female.
When was Moustafa most popular?
Moustafa peaked in 1999 with 19 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.