Musa, originating from Arabic, is the Arabic form of the name Moses, a significant figure in the religions of Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. The name is derived from the Hebrew name Moshe, which means “drawn out of water.”
In Arabic, the name is written as موسى. The pronunciation “moo-sa” has a gentle and melodious sound, fitting for a name associated with a revered prophet.
Musa ibn Nusayr was an Umayyad general and governor of Al-Andalus (Islamic Spain) during the 8th century. He played a significant role in the expansion of Muslim rule in Spain.