Mussie

Q: What is the origin of Mussie?

Mussie is of Tigrinya origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Mussie?

According to the latest SSA data, Mussie is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Mussie a boy name?

Mussie is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Drawn From Water"

Often used as a diminutive of Moses or related forms in Eritrean contexts, linked to the traditional Moses etymology.

Themes:eritreadiminutivebiblical

Biblical Nature Natural Unique Rare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Mussie

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

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SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Unranked

Mussie did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Mussie Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Mussie.

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musy

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muss

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ssie

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siey

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ssiy

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Baby Name Lists That Include Mussie

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Mussie mean?

Mussie means "Drawn From Water". Often used as a diminutive of Moses or related forms in Eritrean contexts, linked to the traditional Moses etymology.

What is the origin of Mussie?

Mussie is of Tigrinya origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Mussie?

According to the latest SSA data, Mussie is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Mussie a boy name?

Mussie is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Mussie?

Popular nicknames for Mussie include musy, muss, ssie, siey, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Mussie?

There are many names similar to Mussie in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginTigrinya, Hebrew

Syllables1

Length6 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withM

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Alton Al Ashley Addison Anson

Sisters

Arlene Addie Ashlee Ashleigh Audra

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