Rising since 2017, #3,036 for boys today.
Popularity of Mustafo since 2017
Babies named Mustafo per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 25 |
| 2020s | 162 |
Meaning & origin
Mustafo is a variant of the classic Arabic name Mustafa, meaning 'the chosen one.' In the U.S., the name first appeared on the Social Security list in 2017 and has been rising steadily, peaking at rank 3036 in 2024. In 2025, its one-in-42,702 ratio reflects its growing but still uncommon use. The name is most popular in New York and Pennsylvania, states with significant Central Asian and Muslim communities. While still rare, Mustafo's trajectory suggests increasing appeal among families seeking a meaningful, traditional name with a slightly distinctive spelling.
Mustafo is a variant transliteration of the Arabic name Mustafa (مصطفى), which means 'the chosen one' or 'the elect.' It is one of the honorific titles of the Prophet Muhammad, widely used in Muslim cultures. The name has been bestowed across the Islamic world for centuries, with the spelling Mustafo being common in regions such as Central Asia, reflecting local phonetic conventions.
Where Mustafo is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mus, Tafa
Sibling names for Mustafo
Names that share Mustafo's style, for a brother or sister.
