Holding steady, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Muscab since 2010
Babies named Muscab per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2016, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Muscab's real moment was 2023.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 74 |
| 2020s | 49 |
Meaning & origin
Muscab is a rare Arabic name that entered U.S. records in 2010, reflecting modest but steady adoption as families seek distinctive names with meaningful roots. With a rank of 10,695 in 2025 and an incidence of about 1 in 284,679 newborns, it is less common than many other Arabic names. Its peak popularity occurred in 2023, suggesting a recent uptick in interest. The trajectory is stable, indicating that while it remains uncommon, it has maintained a consistent presence over the past decade. Muscab has not yet recorded any top states, indicating its usage is widely spread rather than concentrated regionally. The name's etymology, centered on steadfastness, appeals to parents valuing moral qualities, and its rarity ensures a distinct identity for a child.
Muscab is an Arabic name derived from the root 's-b-', which conveys notions of firmness, stability, and resoluteness. It is related to the word 'sabab' (reason/cause) but in this form emphasizes steadfastness. The name has historical usage in the Islamic world and is considered a virtuous name, though it is less common than names like Mohammed or Ali. It has seen modest modern adoption in the US since 2010.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mus, Caby
Sibling names for Muscab
Names that share Muscab's style, for a brother or sister.
