Moises is a classic Hebrew given name that has been used throughout history, derived from the biblical Moses, the leader of the Israelites. Pronounced as /ˈmɔɪ.siːz/ in English, it means 'drawn out' or 'rescued from the water,' reflecting the story of baby Moses being found among the reeds by Pharaoh's daughter. This name has been popular across various cultures and languages, including Spanish (Moisés), Italian (Mosè), Greek (Moesis), and more. Notable individuals named Moises include Moises Kaufman, an American playwright and director, and Moisés Naím, a Venezuelan journalist and former minister of industry.
"The name Moises experienced steady popularity with 5 births each year between 1992 and 2002, peaking at 6 births in 2002. There were another 5 births in 2010, totalling 26 over the entire period."