Moses

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Derived from the Hebrew name, Moshe. The biblical name for the Jewish leader who delivered the Israelites out of captivity in Egypt. He was also the recipient of the Ten Commandments from God. An enduring name that's always been popular among Jewish families. Lately its part of a biblical name revival. Coldplay lead singer, Chris Martin and actress Gwyneth Paltrow have a son named Moses.

Popularity: Ranked #510 in 2010; See More Popularity Rankings
Origin: Egyptian; Hebrew
Gender: Male
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Famous Mosess: Moses Martin (son of Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin); the biblical Moses, Hebrew leader and lawgiver; Moses Malone (Basketball Hall of Famer); Moses Tanui (long-distance runner); painter Grandma Moses; Moses Gunn (actor); + Add a Famous Moses
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