Rising since 1996, #5,410 for girls today.
Popularity of Mushka since 1988
Babies named Mushka per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 38 |
| 1990s | 67 |
| 2000s | 122 |
| 2010s | 144 |
| 2020s | 133 |
Meaning & origin
Mushka is a Yiddish diminutive meaning 'little fly,' traditionally used as a term of endearment. In the United States, it has been recorded since 1988 and has seen a steady rise in use, particularly since 1996. As of 2025, it ranked 5,410th with a 1-in-69,881 incidence, and its peak year was 2024. The name is most prevalent in New York, reflecting its strong ties to the Chabad-Lubavitch community, where it honors Chaya Mushka Schneerson. While still uncommon outside that community, its increasing trajectory suggests broader interest in this distinctive name.
Mushka is a Yiddish diminutive of the Hebrew word 'mush' (fly), used as a pet name or term of endearment. It is most commonly associated with the Lubavitch Hasidic dynasty, as it was the nickname of Chaya Mushka Schneerson, the wife of Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, the seventh Lubavitcher Rebbe. The name therefore carries strong cultural and religious significance within the Chabad community.
Where Mushka is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mush, Mushkie
Variants: Mushky, Mushkaa
Sibling names for Mushka
Names that share Mushka's style, for a brother or sister.
