Mestafa
Arabic · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Mestafa
Mestafa is a variant spelling of Mustafa, derived from the Arabic root meaning "the chosen one" or "the selected one," from the verb *istafa* (to choose or select).
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Etymology
Mestafa is a variant spelling of Mustafa, derived from the Arabic root meaning "the chosen one" or "the selected one," from the verb *istafa* (to choose or select). The name is predominantly used in Muslim cultures and Islamic traditions, with particular historical significance as a title of the Prophet Muhammad; it has been borne by Ottoman sultans and remains common throughout the Arab world and Muslim diaspora.
Mestafa currently ranks #1,583 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1970.
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