Baltazar Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Baltazar has its roots in Aramaic, meaning 'Baal protects the king'. It evolved from the original Aramaic 'Balthazar' through Latin and Spanish forms. The name is linked to biblical narratives surrounding the Wise Men. Although not widely used today, it conveys elegance and a sense of history, with notable figures associated with the name.
The name Baltazar is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Baltazar has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Baltazar' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3199th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2136th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2022nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2061st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1890th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2406th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3484th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Baltazar' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Baltazar"
Pronunciation
/bælˈtɑːzɑːr/
Origin
Aramaic
Etymology
The name Baltazar is derived from the Aramaic name 'Balthazar', which means 'Baal protects the king'. It is composed of the elements 'Baal', referring to a god or lord, and 'zar', meaning 'to protect'.
Meaning
Baal protects the king
Language Evolution
Balthazar (Aramaic), Baltasar (Spanish), Baltazar (Latin)
Biblical Background
Baltazar is one of the names traditionally given to one of the Three Wise Men or Magi who visited Jesus after his birth, according to Christian tradition.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Christian tradition during the Middle Ages, particularly in Europe, due to its association with the Magi.
Variants & Derivatives
Balthasar, Baltasar, Balthazaar
Modern Popularity & Image
In modern times, Baltazar is viewed as a regal and exotic name, often associated with wisdom and nobility. It is less common than its variants but still recognized.
Famous People
Baltazar Gracián (Spanish Jesuit and writer), Baltazar de Zúñiga (Spanish nobleman and diplomat)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Baltazar"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Baltazar"
"Baltazar" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3199th of 7545 | 107 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2136th of 6773 | 221 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2022nd of 7552 | 299 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2061st of 10718 | 330 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1890th of 16616 | 600 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2406th of 24088 | 756 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3484th of 23106 | 384 |
Regional Popularity of "Baltazar" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
56.76% 1343rd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
45.52% 1071st/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
37.68% 1075th/2853 |
44.25% 1228th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
55.16% 1620th/2937 |
- |
32.18% 1132nd/3518 |
28.34% 1146th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
53.87% 1985th/3685 |
- |
26.11% 1356th/5194 |
16.07% 1015th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
52.75% 2417th/4582 |
- |
27.25% 1993rd/7313 |
18.89% 1410th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
39.67% 2706th/6822 |
37.19% 2334th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Baltazar" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Baltazar"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Baltazar" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.