Baruch Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Baruch is of Hebrew origin meaning 'blessed'. It has evolved from Hebrew to Latin and into modern English. The name is associated with the biblical scribe Baruch ben Neriah and carries religious significance. It reflects a sense of heritage and tradition, particularly in Jewish culture.
The name Baruch is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Baruch has been too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Baruch' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3316th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3054th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2626th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2919th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2468th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Baruch' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Baruch"
Pronunciation
/bəˈruːk/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Baruch comes from the Hebrew word 'baruch', which means 'blessed'. It is often associated with the biblical figure Baruch ben Neriah, who was a scribe and companion of the prophet Jeremiah.
Meaning
blessed
Language Evolution
Baruch (Hebrew), Baruchus (Latin), Baruch (English)
Biblical Background
Baruch is a significant figure in the Bible, appearing in the Book of Jeremiah as a faithful scribe and assistant to the prophet.
Historical Usage
The name Baruch has been in use since ancient times, particularly among Jewish communities. It gained popularity in the medieval period and has remained in use through various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Barak, Baruchah, Benedict
Modern Popularity & Image
Baruch is often viewed as a traditional name with strong religious connotations, particularly within Jewish communities. It is less common in secular contexts but retains a sense of heritage.
Famous People
Baruch Spinoza, a Dutch philosopher, Baruch Goldstein, an Israeli doctor and settler
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Baruch"
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 "Baruch"
"Baruch" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3316th of 7552 | 115 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3054th of 10718 | 177 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2626th of 16616 | 375 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2919th of 24088 | 570 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2468th of 23106 | 647 |
Regional Popularity of "Baruch" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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40.00% 972nd/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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27.56% 960th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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20.18% 903rd/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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18.51% 956th/5164 |
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53.91% 4023rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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17.70% 794th/4487 |
63.97% 4364th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Baruch" 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 "Baruch"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Baruch" 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.