The nameMoulay
Moulay is a Moroccan boy's name, originally a title of respect.
- Boy's name
- Arabic
Meaning
From the Arabic mawlay, "my lord". In Morocco it is borne notably by families claiming descent from the Prophet Muhammad.
Origin
Arabic, used mainly in Morocco.
History
First given in France in the mid 1950s, Moulay peaked in the mid 1980s and is still given today, less often.
Popularity of the name Moulay
Moulay in France
Moulay was most popular in France in the 1980s, with 330 births over the decade, 33% of all recorded babies named Moulay. Its rise began around 1956, and it peaked in 1984. Half of all babies named Moulay in France were born before 1984, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Moulay in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Moulay mean?
From the Arabic mawlay, "my lord". In Morocco it is borne notably by families claiming descent from the Prophet Muhammad.
What is the origin of the name Moulay?
Arabic, used mainly in Morocco.
Is Moulay a girl's or a boy's name?
Moulay is a boy's name.