All about the name MOSI

Meaning, origin, history.

Mosi is of African origin, specifically from the Bantu peoples of South-Eastern Africa. It translates to 'like rain' in Shona, a language spoken in countries like Zimbabwe and Zambia. The name Mosi was popularized by the renowned writer Chinua Achebe, who used it as a character's name in his novel 'No Longer at Ease'.

Popularity of the name MOSI since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

Mosi had 11 children named Ann between 1974 and 1977, with a gap of three years before resuming childbirth.