Boruch Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Boruch is a Hebrew name that means 'blessed'. It has evolved through various languages and forms, including Baruch and Benedict. It is associated with traits of gratitude and divine favor, and has biblical relevance through the figure of Baruch in the Hebrew Bible. The name has been historically popular in Jewish communities, particularly in Eastern Europe.
The name Boruch 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, Boruch has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Boruch' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5396th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5732nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3398th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3643rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3615th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Boruch' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Boruch"
Pronunciation
/ˈbɔːrʊx/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Boruch comes from the Hebrew word 'baruch', which means 'blessed'. It is often associated with the Jewish tradition and is used to express gratitude and divine favor.
Meaning
blessed
Language Evolution
Baruch (Hebrew), Boruch (Yiddish), Benedictus (Latin), Benedict (English)
Biblical Background
The name Boruch has a strong biblical connection, as Baruch was a scribe and disciple of the prophet Jeremiah in the Hebrew Bible.
Historical Usage
The name Boruch has been used in Jewish communities for centuries, gaining popularity particularly in Eastern Europe among Yiddish-speaking populations.
Variants & Derivatives
Baruch, Benedict, Benny, Boris
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Boruch is viewed positively within Jewish communities, often associated with blessings and good fortune. It is less common outside of these communities.
Famous People
Baruch Spinoza, a Dutch philosopher, Baruch Goldstein, an Israeli physician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Boruch"
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 "Boruch"
"Boruch" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5396th of 7552 | 25 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5732nd of 10718 | 48 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3398th of 16616 | 257 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3643rd of 24088 | 413 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3615th of 23106 | 367 |
Regional Popularity of "Boruch" 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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51.28% 1246th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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43.76% 1524th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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21.36% 956th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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18.45% 953rd/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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24.36% 1093rd/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Boruch" 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 "Boruch"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Boruch" 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.