Mustafa

Meaning of Mustafa

The chosen one; selected.

Mustafa has Arabic roots — browse every Arabic baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Mustafa

Mustafa is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #761 in 2025 from #995 in 2001.

Notable people named Mustafa

• Moustapha Akkad
  Film producer and director
• Mustafa Kemal Atatürk
  Founder of modern Turkey
• Mustafa Sandal
  Turkish pop singer
• Mustafa Ceceli
  Turkish singer and producer
• Mustafa Hosny
  Egyptian Islamic preacher

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Questions about the name Mustafa

What does the name Mustafa mean?

Mustafa means the chosen one; selected, and it comes from Arabic origins.

Is Mustafa a boy's or a girl's name?

Mustafa is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Mustafa?

In 2025, Mustafa ranked #761 for boys, up from #820 the year before.

When was Mustafa most popular?

Mustafa peaked at #761 in 2025.