Betzalel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Betzalel has Hebrew origins, meaning 'in the shadow of God'. It evolved from its biblical usage as the name of a skilled artisan, reflecting traits of creativity and divine inspiration. It holds significant biblical relevance as a figure in the construction of the Tabernacle.
The name Betzalel is most popular in New Jersey, 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, Betzalel has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Betzalel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9103rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7684th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5713th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Betzalel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Betzalel"
Pronunciation
/bɛtˈsɑːlɛl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Betzalel comes from Hebrew, meaning 'in the shadow of God' or 'under the protection of God'. It is composed of two parts: 'Bet' meaning 'in' or 'house of' and 'Tzalel' meaning 'shadow'.
Meaning
in the shadow of God, under the protection of God
Language Evolution
בְּצַלְאֵל (Betzalel) - Hebrew, Betsalel - English transliteration
Biblical Background
Betzalel is a significant figure in the Hebrew Bible, known as the chief artisan of the Mishkan (Tabernacle) in the Book of Exodus.
Historical Usage
The name has been used throughout Jewish history, especially in religious contexts, and gained popularity in modern times among Hebrew-speaking communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Betzalel, Betsalel, Bezalel
Modern Popularity & Image
Betzalel is viewed positively, often associated with creativity and divine inspiration due to its biblical roots.
Famous People
Betzalel of Jerusalem - biblical artisan, Betzalel Smotrich - contemporary Israeli politician
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Boy Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 26 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in New Jersey
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Betzalel"
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 "Betzalel"
"Betzalel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9103rd of 16616 | 42 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7684th of 24088 | 138 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5713th of 23106 | 186 |
Regional Popularity of "Betzalel" by Generation for Male 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) |
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45.65% 2043rd/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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40.86% 2110th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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39.58% 1776th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Betzalel" 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 "Betzalel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Betzalel" 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.