US Popularity:14160
Origin:Hebrew
Other Origin(s):Japanese, Norse
Meaning:Moor, plain; To draw out; Sprout; Bud
Moe is a well-traveled gender-neutral name with origins that stretch around the globe. This three-letter name rolls off the tongue and is a nickname that has become a first name in its own right. In Hebrew, Moe is a derivative of Moses, meaning “to draw out,” and is sure to draw out the best in baby. Moe could also be considered a habitational name with Old Norse roots, where is means “moor” or “plain.” In Japanese, depending on the kanji used to write the name, it has the definitions of “bud” or “sprout,” perfect for the newest bloom in your family garden. The most well-known bearers of this name include Irish actor Moe Dunford, who stars in the TV show Vikings, as well as the beloved character Moe Szyslak in The Simpsons.

Famous People Named Moe

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  • Moe Howard
    Comedian

How Popular Is The Name Moe?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Moe is currently #4650 on The Bump
Boy:Moe is currently #2612 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Moe is currently #3092 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Moe is currently #14160 in U.S. births
Boy:Moe is currently #6741 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

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2023
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