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Name Origin

Moses is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'drawn out' or 'saved from the waters'. It is deeply rooted in Jewish tradition and is most famously associated with the biblical prophet Moses, who led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt.

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Famous People

Moses

Prophet

  • Led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt.
  • Received the Ten Commandments from God on Mount Sinai.
  • Considered one of the most important figures in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Moses Fleetwood Walker (1856-1924)

Baseball player

  • First African American to play Major League Baseball.

Moses Malone (1954-2015)

Basketball player

  • Three-time NBA MVP.
  • NBA Champion (1983).
  • 12-time NBA All-Star.